Amidst Finding a Small Silver Lining, Struggling Solheim Cup Star Lexi Thompson Makes a ‘Fearless’ Admission: ‘Block Out the Outside Noise’

The 2023 golf season has been a spectacular one so far! Many emerging players rose to glory this year, whereas a few fan-favorite names were on the back seat for the whole year. The season was what some people would call unpredictable. But the real determination lies in bouncing back after the tough year, and Lexi Thompson is doing just that!

The LPGA star had a tough year, but that did not break her. It seems that it only made her stronger. She had a mantra all through. Recently, she shared the words that kept her going even in the hard times.

Lexi Thompson shares what kept her going during hard times 

2023 was supposed to be a revival year for the 28-year-old star as her last win on the LPGA came in 2019. She was all set to make the highly anticipated stellar comeback this year, but she sadly couldn’t. She was not able to make a lot of cuts this year, but in Cincinnati, she got the boost of confidence that she badly needed ahead of the Solheim Cup.

Kroger Queen City Championship was one of the reviving events for the star as she made the cut, and finished in the 19th position on the leaderboard. With the Solheim Cup just being at arm’s length, her being able to make the cut was like a cherry on top.

In her recent interview, as reported by Golf Week, the 2014 Chevron Championship winner shared what kept her going throughout the season. She said, “It is important to block out the outside noise and to just go out there and play fearless, aggressive golf.”

Not only this but she also shared some more golden words about the “importance of believing in yourself and accepting that bad days in tournaments will happen to everyone”. She reiterated that what is crucial in such times is to “keep moving forward with a positive mindset”.

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Even during one of the toughest phases of her life, Thompson has people supporting her because of the kind of player she is, and what she brings to the table. 

USA Team skipper puts her confidence in Lexi Thompson

Despite a not-so-good season so far, Thompson will be the rock in the American Solheim Cup squad. Recently, during an interview, captain Stacy Lewis expressed her compassion and confidence in the LPGA star. She said despite not being in her best professional state right now, Thompson is one of the hardest-working golfers. Putting her trust in her, she said, “She’s going to figure it out.”

Not only this, but the skipper also said that young professionals in the team would be looking up to her, as she is the most experienced golfer in the mix. Putting the bet on her star, Lewis said “Now it’s Lexi’s turn” to shine. Stay tuned in to find out if Lexi Thompson will make the anticipated return in the Solheim Cup, which is just around the corner.

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