Join us as we explore the top 12 biggest moments in Lexi Thompson’s incredible golf career. From breaking records as a young prodigy to overcoming controversies and triumphs on the LPGA Tour, Lexi’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Watch to see how she became one of golf’s most celebrated athletes. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more amazing golf content!
0:00 Intro
0:31 Rule-Changing Penalty in 2017
1:22 Qualifies for U.S. Open at 12
2:19 Undefeated Curtis Cup Week
3:02 Top 10 at U.S. Women’s Open in Pro Debut
3:43 First Career Victory in Navistar LPGA Classic
4:25 Major Breakthrough at Kraft Nabisco Championship
5:10 An All-Time Solheim Half-Point
5:56 CME Group Tour Championship Victory
6:30 Eagle to Win the Shoprite LPGA Classic
7:04 U.S. Women’s Open Collapse in 2021
7:41 Major Heartbreak in the 2022 Women’s PGA
8:21 Seventh Woman to Play on the PGA Tour
8:52 Conclusion
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[Music] ever wondered what it’s like to go from a golf prodigy to a legend on the LPGA Tour well today we’re going to break it down for you with the amazing journey of Lexi Thompson from breaking records as a child prodigy to making history on the LPGA Tour Lexi has had a remarkable career filled with Unforgettable moments ready to see the top 12 biggest moments of Lexi’s epic career buckle up cuz here we go let’s start with the biggest and the most controversial moment of her career in 2017 during the Ana inspiration Lexi Thompson faced an incredibly unfair situation while leading the tournament she was handed a controversial four-stroke penalty for a minor rules infraction that had occurred the previous day brought to light by a viewer’s email despite the immense setback Lexi displayed incredible resolve rallying to force a playoff though she ultimately finished as runner up to so on Ryu this incident exposed the flaws in the rule that allowed viewers to influence outcomes and led to significant changes in golf’s regulations Lexie’s Grace Under Pressure and her exceptional performance in the face of adversity earned widespread admiration and respect showcasing her strength sportsmanship and competitive Spirit but how did Lexi first make her Mark in the world of golf let’s go back to where it all began but before that if you want to keep up with more inspiring stories like Lexi’s make sure to hit that subscribe button and ring the bell so you never miss an update in 2007 Lexi Thompson burst onto the scene by becoming the youngest golfer ever to qualify for the US Women’s Open at just 12 years old competing at pine needles Lodge and golf club she showed immense talent and determination despite her young age Lexi managed to impress everyone with her performance shooting a 76 82 over the first two rounds although though she didn’t make the cut her participation at such a young age was a historic achievement this moment not only showcased her potential but also set the stage for an illustrious career in golf Lexi’s debut at the US Open was the beginning of her journey to becoming one of the sports most celebrated athletes in 2010 at just 15 years old Lexi Thompson participated in the Curtis cup a prestigious amateur team event she dominated the competition with an undefeated record of 401 her performance was instrumental in helping the US team secure its seventh consecutive title as the youngest player on the team Lexi showcased her exceptional skills and competitive Spirit she played in all five sessions wrapping up the week with a commanding six and five singles victory over Sally Watson this victory was a credit to her talent and determination demonstrating that she could compete at the sports highest levels even as a teenager Lexi’s success in the Curtis cup highlighted her potential for a stellar professional career later in 2010 Lexi Thompson made her professional debut at the US Women’s Open held at Oakmont Country Club she finished tied for 10th an impressive feat for the 15-year-old newcomer this strong showing marked her first top 10 finish in a major tournament Lexi’s performance at Oakmont was remarkable as she held her own against the world’s best golfers sitting in sixth place in the final round she demonstrated poison skill ending the week with a solid 73 this debut not only announced her arrival on the professional scene but also set high expectations for her future Lexi’s top 10 finish was a clear indication of the bright career ahead of her in September 2011 Lexi Thompson made history by becoming the youngest ever winner of an LPGA tournament at the Navar LPGA classic at just 16 years 7 months and 8 days old she captured the title with a commanding performance Lexi’s victory was a defining moment in her career as she broke away from the competition with a five-stroke lead finishing with a score of 17 under par this win was not just a personal Milestone but also a significant achievement in the world of golf highlighting her exceptional talent and potential despite her young age Lexi’s composure and skill on the course were evident setting the stage for many more victories to come in 2014 Lexi Thompson achieved her first major championship victory at the the craft Nabisco championship at 19 years 1 month and 27 days old she became the second youngest golfer to win a major in LPGA history her last round a bogey free 68 proved her talent and calm Under Pressure playing alongside Michelle Wei Lexi demonstrated maturity and precision capturing the title with a three-stroke victory this major win was a pivotal moment in her career solidifying her status as one of golf’s elite players the victory at the craft Nabisco Championship was a significant Milestone showcasing Lexi’s ability to perform at the highest level in the most prestigious tournaments later in 2017 Lexi Thompson delivered one of the most memorable performances in solheim Cup history in her singles match against Anna nist Lexi was four down at the turn but rallied to shoot eight under over the next seven holes ultimately Haring the match this incredible comeback contributed to the US team’s overall Victory Lexi’s determination and skill were on full display as she turned the match around demonstrating her ability to perform under pressure her performance was a key factor in the US team’s 16 and a half 11 and a half Victory marking the last time the US won the solheim cup this highlighted Lexi’s competitive spirit and her importance to the US team in 2018 Lexi Thompson took a 3-we mental Health break before returning to win the CME Group TOUR Championship by four strokes this Victory her 10th career win was especially meaningful as it marked her first and only win in her home state of Florida Lexi’s victory at tyon golf club highlighted her mental toughness and ability to recover from setbacks her performance over the week was Stellar culminating in a four-stroke victory over Nelly Corda the win was a significant milestone in Lexi’s career career in 2019 Lexi Thompson secured her last LPGA victory at the shopright LPGA classic with a dramatic Eagle on the 18th hole this clutch performance helped her secure the win and extend her streak of consecutive Seasons with a victory to seven facing a challenging 20-ft Eagle putt on the final hole Lexi showcased her precision and nerves of Steel sinking the putt to claim a one-stroke victory this moment was a highlight of her career demon rating her ability to perform under pressure and deliver in crucial moments in 2021 Lexi Thompson experienced one of the most heartbreaking moments of her career at the US Women’s Open holding a five-stroke lead with nine holes to play She faulted down the stretch shooting a closing 41 to finish one stroke out of a playoff despite the disappointment Lexi’s Grace in handling the defeat earned her admiration and respect from fans and peers alike this collapse was a significant moment in her career highlighting the challenges and pressures of competing at the highest level Lexi’s ability to manage such a challenging issue with composure and dignity reflected her character and expertise in 2022 Lexi Thompson was in contention for another major title at the women’s PGA Championship holding a two-shot lead with three holes to play she struggled with her short game ultimately finishing in a tie for second this near Miss was yet another tough moment in her quest for a second major Victory Lexi’s performance highlighted both her skill and the unforgiving nature of golf where even small mistakes can have significant consequences despite the Heartbreak her ability to compete at the highest level remained evident this moment was a reminder of Lexi’s enduring pursuit of excellence and her Relentless drive to succeed in 2023 Lexi Thompson made history by becoming the seventh woman to compete in a PGA Tour event playing in the children’s shrine open in Las Vegas she nearly made the cut missing it by Just Two Strokes her performance included a remarkable second round score of 73 making her only the second woman to shoot a sub7 round in PGA tour history Lexi’s participation in the PGA Tour event was a significant Milestone showcasing her talent and breaking barriers in the sport of golf Lexi Thompson’s career has been filled with Incredible achievements record-breaking moments and inspiring performances as she prepares to retire we celebrate her contributions to the sport and the Legacy she leaves behind thank you for watching and don’t forget to like share and subscribe to our channel for more golf content also drop a comment below with your favorite Lexi moment or any other athlete you’d like us to cover next
