Lexi Thompson Was Reduced to Tears After Suffering an Emotional Setback for the First Time in 5 Years in 2018

Published 12/16/2022, 2:00 PM EST

Undoubtedly, missing the cut must be enormously frustrating, especially when you’re as talented as Lexi Thompson. The LPGA star has found herself in an irregular territory frequently in recent years, where low scores end her tournament in just two rounds. We look back at one such incident from the 2018 Evian Championship when Thompson expressed her disappointment after missing the cut.

Thompson has been considered a top golfing prospect since her debut in 2010. She doubled down on that statement after claiming the 2014 Chevron Championship, at the age of 19 years.

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However, just a few years after her huge feat began Thompson’s struggles on the course. The 27-year-old had a poor run of form, which eventually led to her tearing up after missing the cut. Let’s take a look at the moment when even the bold Thompson broke down in tears.

Lexi Thompson was in tears after missing the cut

In the 2018 season, Thompson was looking to make a huge impact. However, the season turned out to be the opposite, as the LPGA star decided to spend a month away from professional golf. However, upon her return at the 2018 Evian Championship, fans had high hopes to watch Thompson perform similarly to her teen days.

But the anticipated return was again regarded as rotted, as she lined up for the final putt with teary eyes. Lexi Thompson scored a 4-over-par 75 to miss her second cut in three starts. Moreover, it was her first time missing the cut at a Major in five years. As she stood next to her caddie, more tears flew through her eyes, indicating how disappointed she was with herself.

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Earlier that month, Thompson addressed her struggles because of which she took a month-long break.“I think it just kind of all hit me coming into this year”, said the 27-year-old. Though Lexi’s return to the Major was underwhelming, she ended the season on a high note.

The LPGA star won the 2018 LPGA season finale after claiming the CME Group Tour Championship. Moreover, she has shown further glimpses of improvement in recent years, with her most recent win being the Aramco Team Series in October of this year. Despite all her past struggles, fans admire Thompson and hope for her further growth in the sport.

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Abdul Bari is a Golf writer at EssentiallySports. Having completed his Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Abdul is currently pursuing his Master’s in the same. With great affection for the world of sports, this avid golf lover turned to the course at a young age.

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Manaal Siddiqui

Lexi Thompson Was Reduced to Tears After Suffering an Emotional Setback for the First Time in 5 Years in 2018

Lexi Thompson was in tears after missing the cut

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