CNN —Lexi Thompson will retire from professional golf at the end of the 2024 season, calling time on a decorated career at the age of 29, the American announced on Tuesday.
And of course, I look forward to a little time for myself.”Thompson became the youngest to ever compete at the US Women's Open in 2007.
“You haven’t always been easy on me, or fair for that matter, but through all the ups and downs, you’ve given me a platform to inspire others and positively impact the world,” Thompson said in her letter.
Stephen Dunn/Getty Images‘A whirlwind of constant attention, scrutiny and pressure’Thompson spoke through tears during a press conference at Pennsylvania’s Lancaster Country Club, US Women’s Open host, on Tuesday.
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