Lexi Thompson, despite a somewhat subdued season, has ignited the golfing world’s excitement with her recent performance at the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship, where she secured a tied eighth position on the leaderboard. This remarkable resurgence comes on the heels of her spirited showing in the Solheim Cup, providing a glimmer of hope for her fans and the golfing community at large.
In the wake of the Solheim Cup disappointment, where Team USA narrowly missed victory, Lexi Thompson exhibited her resilience by delivering a strong opening round in Arkansas, securing the second position. While her performance dipped slightly on the second day, she staged a remarkable comeback on the final day of the tournament.
During the tournament’s final day, Thompson displayed her prowess by going five-under through hole 12, steadily climbing up the leaderboard. However, maintaining an even par over the last six holes meant that she ultimately settled for the eighth spot, sharing it with Yealimi Noh, and earning a noteworthy $55,070.
Winless since June 2019, Lexi Thompson currently finds herself in a challenging position, occupying the 138th spot in the CME points list. To secure her LPGA Tour card for 2024, she must swiftly improve her rankings without resorting to a career money exemption. Despite this predicament, Thompson remains undaunted, drawing strength from the positive momentum garnered during the Solheim Cup, where she contributed three wins and suffered just one loss.
Thompson expressed her gratitude to her fans and sponsors for their unwavering support during the tournament. In an Instagram post, she reflected on her Top 10 finish, stating, “Thank you to all the sponsors, volunteers, and fans this week at the @nwachampionship for making it possible! Was a nice week here and played solid, a lot of positives to take from it.”
Despite not being at the peak of her game, Lexi Thompson’s resilience and determination resonated with fans who applauded her T8 finish. Supporters lauded her strong comeback, with one fan remarking, “Played well yesterday,” while another praised her performance, saying, “Great play.”
The impact of Lexi Thompson’s courageous display at the Solheim Cup, despite Team USA’s defeat, did not go unnoticed among her dedicated fans. One admirer commended her by saying, “Watched you live at Solheim. Heart of a lion. Stay positive and celebrate the small wins in your game every day.”
The Solheim Cup performance appears to have rejuvenated Lexi Thompson’s spirit, and fans are eager to see her carry this newfound energy into future tournaments. One fan expressed this sentiment, stating, “I think going 3-1 in Solheim rekindled the flame. Keep Killin it.” Another fervent supporter encouraged Thompson with a heartfelt message, “Keep it going. You got it. … Root for you all the time.”
With the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship now concluded, fans can look forward to witnessing Lexi Thompson’s dynamic play at the upcoming BMW Ladies Championship later this month. As her redemption arc continues, the golfing world eagerly anticipates her next remarkable feat on the course.
