Lexi Thompson Bio
Alexis Noel Thompson, known professionally as Lexi Thompson, is an American professional golfer who has competed on the LPGA Tour since 2012. Born on February 10, 1995, in Coral Springs, Florida, she turned professional in 2010 at the age of 15, becoming the youngest female player to do so. Over the course of her career, she has accumulated 15 professional titles, including 11 victories on the LPGA Tour and one major championship at the 2014 Kraft Nabisco Championship.
Thompson has represented the United States in seven Solheim Cups, contributing to team victories in 2015, 2017, and 2024. Standing 6 feet tall, she is one of the longest hitters in the women’s game. In May 2024, she announced that she would step back from full-time competition at the end of the season, choosing to play a reduced schedule in 2025 and beyond.
Early Life and Background
Thompson was born and raised in Coral Springs, Florida, in a home situated immediately adjacent to Eagle Trace Golf Club. She is the youngest of three siblings, and both of her older brothers, Nicholas and Curtis, also became professional golfers. Growing up next to a golf course gave her constant access to the game, and she began playing golf at the age of five. By age seven, she was already competing in junior tournaments, showing the early dedication that would define her career.
She was home-schooled in order to accommodate her rigorous training schedule, completing her studies in the early morning before spending the rest of the day practicing and playing. Thompson graduated from high school in July 2012. Her family was a central part of her development in the sport, with both brothers serving as competitors and influences on her game. The Coral Springs community and her family’s shared passion for golf created the foundation for her rapid rise through the amateur ranks.
Path to Professional Golf
Thompson’s amateur career was marked by historic achievements at a young age. In 2003, she was the U.S. Kids under-8 World Champion, and in 2007, at just 12 years old, she became the youngest player ever to qualify for the U.S. Women’s Open. That same year, she won the Westfield Junior PGA Championship, becoming the youngest winner in the history of that competition. In 2008, she won the U.S. Girls’ Junior at Hartford Golf Club, further establishing herself as a prodigy.
After helping the United States win the 2010 Curtis Cup as an amateur, Thompson announced her decision to turn professional on June 16, 2010. Lacking full LPGA Tour status, she relied heavily on sponsor exemptions to enter events. She quickly proved her readiness, finishing tied for 10th at the U.S. Women’s Open in July 2010 and tied for second at the Evian Masters two weeks later. Her performances drew significant attention and set the stage for her breakthrough on tour.
Lexi Thompson Career
Early Career (2010-2013)
After turning professional, Thompson focused on gaining experience through a combination of sponsor exemptions and developmental tours. In September 2011, she won the Navistar LPGA Classic by five strokes over Tiffany Joh, becoming the youngest ever winner on the LPGA Tour at 16 years, seven months, and eight days. The victory broke a record that had stood since 1952 and was a defining moment in her early career.
Three months later, in December 2011, she won the Dubai Ladies Masters on the Ladies European Tour, becoming the youngest professional winner in LET history at the time. She earned her LPGA Tour membership through a petition later that year and officially joined the tour for the 2012 season. In 2013, she made her Solheim Cup debut at Colorado Golf Club, becoming the youngest player ever to represent the United States in the competition. That year, she also won the Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia and the Lorena Ochoa Invitational.
LPGA Tour Breakthrough (2014-2017)
Thompson’s biggest breakthrough came in April 2014 when she won the Kraft Nabisco Championship at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California. She finished at 20-under-par, winning by three strokes over Michelle Wie, and became the second-youngest women’s major champion at the time. The victory cemented her status as one of the elite players in the women’s game and was the first of what she hoped would be many major titles.
Over the next several seasons, she continued to add trophies to her collection, including wins at the 2015 Meijer LPGA Classic and the 2015 LPGA KEB Hana Bank Championship. In 2016, she earned her first victory on the LPGA Tour of Japan at the World Ladies Championship Salonpas Cup and represented the United States at the Rio Olympics, where she finished tied for 19th. In 2017, she won the Kingsmill Championship with a tournament-record 20-under-par total, and later in the year, she captured the inaugural Indy Women in Tech Championship.
Later Career and Step Back (2018-2024)
Thompson’s 2018 season was marked by both personal and professional challenges. She took a month-long break from the tour in the summer to focus on her mental health, returning to win the season-ending CME Group Tour Championship by four shots over Nelly Korda. The victory, her 10th career LPGA title, was a meaningful conclusion to a difficult year. In 2019, she won the ShopRite LPGA Classic with a final-hole eagle, extending her streak of winning at least one LPGA event to seven consecutive years.
After several seasons of strong play and near-misses at major championships, Thompson announced on May 28, 2024, that she would step back from full-time golf at the end of the 2024 LPGA season. She finished her full-time career at the CME Group Tour Championship in November 2024, ending tied for 49th. Despite the reduced schedule, she contributed to the United States’ victory at the 2024 Solheim Cup, her seventh appearance in the event.
Notable Events and Milestones
Throughout her career, Thompson has been a central figure in several memorable moments in women’s golf. Her 2014 Kraft Nabisco Championship win remains her only major title, and she has come close on several occasions, including a runner-up finish at the 2017 ANA Inspiration, where she was assessed a four-stroke penalty for replacing her ball incorrectly. In 2017, she also won the Vare Trophy for the lowest scoring average on the LPGA Tour, setting an all-time record of 69.114. Her seven Solheim Cup appearances and three team victories highlight her importance to American team competition.
Lexi Thompson Career Wins
Thompson has accumulated 15 professional titles during her career, including 11 on the LPGA Tour, two on the Ladies European Tour, one on the LPGA Tour of Japan, and one on the Fuzion Minor League Golf Tour. Her major championship came at the 2014 Kraft Nabisco Championship, and she has also won notable events such as the CME Group Tour Championship, the Kingsmill Championship, and the ShopRite LPGA Classic.
LPGA Tour Highlights
Her first LPGA Tour victory came at the 2011 Navistar LPGA Classic, where she became the youngest winner in tour history. Her most recent LPGA Tour win came at the 2018 CME Group Tour Championship, a victory that came during a difficult personal period and demonstrated her resilience. Across her LPGA career, she has made the cut at the vast majority of events she has entered and has been a consistent presence in the top 10. She has recorded wins in multiple countries, including the United States, South Korea, Thailand, and Japan.
Other Wins and Performances
In addition to her LPGA Tour victories, Thompson has won events on the Ladies European Tour, including the 2011 Dubai Ladies Masters and the 2022 Aramco Team Series-New York. She has also represented the United States in numerous team competitions, including the Solheim Cup, the Curtis Cup, and the International Crown. Her victory in the 2010 Curtis Cup as an amateur underscored her ability to perform under pressure on the international stage.
Lexi Thompson Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
Thompson comes from a family deeply connected to golf. Both of her older brothers, Nicholas and Curtis, pursued professional golfing careers, creating a household environment centered around the sport. Growing up in Coral Springs next to Eagle Trace Golf Club, she had access to the game from an early age, and the support of her family played a significant role in her development as a player.
Personal Life
Thompson has been open about her struggles with body image and mental health. In October 2018, she shared her experiences with body image issues, explaining how she had worked to change her mindset and embrace a healthier relationship with food and fitness. In January 2025, she revealed that she had become engaged to Max Provost, who proposed to her in Whistler, Canada. She is also a known supporter of the NHL’s Florida Panthers.
2025 Season Performance
Now competing on a part-time basis, Thompson has continued to show flashes of her top form during the 2025 LPGA Tour season. In June, she finished tied for fourth at the Meijer LPGA Classic, having held a share of the lead at the end of the third round before falling back on the final day. The following week, she recorded a tied for 12th finish at the Women’s PGA Championship, demonstrating her ability to compete in major championships even on a reduced schedule.
Later in the season, she finished second in the team event at the Dow Championship alongside partner Megan Khang, where the pair lost in a playoff. Following these events, Thompson announced that she would take a five-week break from the sport, missing the Women’s British Open and the Evian Championship. She has clarified that her decision to step back was about achieving a better life balance rather than retiring, and she intends to continue playing a select number of events each year while enjoying time away from the course.