via Reuters
Tokyo 2020 Olympics – Golf – Women’s Individual – Final – Round 1 – Kasumigaseki Country Club – Kawagoe, Saitama, Japan – August 4, 2021. Lexi Thompson of the United States reacts. REUTERS/Murad Sezer
via Reuters
Tokyo 2020 Olympics – Golf – Women’s Individual – Final – Round 1 – Kasumigaseki Country Club – Kawagoe, Saitama, Japan – August 4, 2021. Lexi Thompson of the United States reacts. REUTERS/Murad Sezer
Golf fans were eagerly awaiting the performance of American golf star, Lexi Thompson at the Chevron Championship, her first major tournament of the year. However, Thompson, who had played only twice in 2023, arrived at the The Club at Carleton Woods: Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, with a taped-up right wrist. The golfer had been practicing intensely back home in Florida, and the pain in her wrist had started a week earlier. However, today she gave an update about her wrist injury on her social media. But is Lexi back in form again?
Lexi Thompson updates on her wrist injury
Thompson had worked hard to get the wrist taped up, and received treatment to overcome the injury, but she admitted that the pain was still there.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Read More: Lexi Thompson’s Alluring ‘Just Love Me’ Post Draws The Attention of the Golf Community
The pain in Thompson’s wrist became evident during the tournament. However, today she shared a story on her Instagram, “Well, good news about my hand, it was inflammation around a tendon. So with the right treatment, it will hopefully be a speedy recovery! Look forward to playing the next two weeks.”
via Getty
WOBURN, ENGLAND – JULY 27: Lexi Thompson of the United States answers questions at a press conference during a practice round ahead of the Ricoh Women’s British Open at Woburn Golf Club on July 27, 2016 in Woburn, England. (Photo by David Cannon/Getty Images)
Thompson is known for her intense approach to the game, often dedicating two hours a day to putting practice. In preparation for the Chevron Championship, she placed particular emphasis on ball-striking. Despite suffering from a wrist injury, Thompson has maintained a positive attitude and was seen in good spirits at the Champions Dinner in Texas, sharing laughter with former Solheim Cup captains, Juli Inkster and Pat Hurst. With years of experience playing in major tournaments, Thompson understands the level of dedication required to win. She secured her first and only major title at the 2014 Chevron Championship, where she triumphed over Michelle Wie West by a margin of three strokes.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Thompson’s upbeat outlook despite injury and time off
Thompson has been on the LPGA tour for 13 years and has won 11 titles. Her last win was in 2019 at the ShopRite LPGA Classic, and she won the Aramco Team Series event in New York on the Ladies European Tour in 2022. Thompson is known for her powerful swing, and her ball-striking skills will be essential in the Chevron Championship. The greens are firm, and precision is required to hit certain hole locations.
Despite missing the cut in her first two events of the year, Thompson is upbeat about her game. She has taken a prolonged break and has spent time with her family and friends. She is enjoying her life off the golf course and is feeling refreshed. She is mentally prepared to tackle the challenges of the game and is excited to be back on tour. Thompson is optimistic about the future and is looking forward to playing in the upcoming events.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Watch this story: Jon Rahm Makes a Humbling Confession About His Masters Stardom
Thompson’s fans will be eagerly awaiting her return to the course, and they will be hoping that she can add to her impressive list of achievements
