Lexi Thompson reveals how she wants to be remembered as full-time LPGA Tour career comes to end

As Lexi Thompson transitions away from her full-time career on the LPGA Tour, she reflects on her legacy in the game she has cherished since turning professional at the age of 15. While she hasn’t used the term “retirement,” Thompson has cited the importance of mental health as a key factor in her decision to step back from the rigors of the Tour.

Speaking candidly about the pressures and emotional toll of competing at the highest level, she emphasized the importance of acknowledging struggles rather than hiding them. The response from her peers and fans has been overwhelmingly supportive, allowing her to open up a broader conversation about mental health in sports.

Thompson is proud of her 11 LPGA Tour wins and her role in representing Team USA in multiple Solheim Cups and two Olympic Games. More importantly, she hopes to be remembered not just for her accomplishments on the course but for the impact she has had on the sport itself.

Her goal was always to leave the game better than she found it—by growing women’s golf, fostering sponsorships, and inspiring the next generation of players. Thompson sees herself as a role model, striving to make the sport more accessible for young athletes while continuing to give back to the game that shaped her career.