Is Lexi Thompson Playing in the 2023 US Women’s Open?

Published 07/02/2023, 6:30 PM EDT

LPGA star Lexi Thompson, who began playing golf at an early age, has made some outstanding contributions to the sport, and she has been doing well this season as well.

Though she hasn’t been able to maintain a decent position in any of her recent tournaments, including the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, the 28-year-old has a higher chance to compete in the US Women’s Open. Let’s find out more about her chances.

Lexi Thompson and her eligibility to participate at the US Women’s Open

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The US Women’s Open is scheduled to begin on July 6th at Pebble Beach Golf Links, CA, and it happens to be one of the oldest events of the LPGA Tour. More than 2000 golfers applied for the game this year, out of which 156 players will be vying for the title.

For 16 years straight, Thompson has participated in the US Women’s Open. The fact that the amazing golfer has a good chance of playing this year is obvious from this. Her career in this league officially began in 2007 for her. She was the youngest player to compete in the championship at that time. Lucy Li broke that mark in 2014, though.

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In addition, Thompson shared the league runners-up title at the Country Club of Charleston in 2019. In contrast, she came within one stroke of winning the U.S. Women’s Open in 2021. The last eight holes were difficult for her, though.

A Glimpse at Lexi Thompson’s career history

Thompson being a legendary golfer, began her career at the age of 12. Her amateur career included participation in the 2008 U.S. Girls’ Junior competition and the 2010 Curtis Cup Match.

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Not only that, but she has also represented her country in the Junior Solheim Cup in 2008 and the Junior Ryder Cup in the same year.

Her most recent accomplishment, which could bring her to move to Pebble Beach Golf Links, is finishing in the top 30 at the CME Globe in 2022.

Officially turned pro in 2010, Thompson is also in the top 75 of the Rolex Rankings as of May 3, 2023. Her other notable triumphs include the 2014 Chevron Championship and participation in five Solheim Cup teams for the United States.

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Given her extensive experience and the championship run, we do wish to see Thompson not just playing in the league, but also giving her best shot on the greens. What are your thoughts on it? Do share them with us in the comments below.

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Is Lexi Thompson Playing in the 2023 US Women’s Open?

Lexi Thompson and her eligibility to participate at the US Women’s Open

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A Glimpse at Lexi Thompson’s career history