Lexi Thompson Announces Pregnancy as She Scales Back LPGA Schedule

Professional golfer Lexi Thompson confirmed that she is expecting a baby girl, adding a new chapter to her life while she continues a semi-retired schedule on the LPGA Tour. The announcement was made via an Instagram post that included a sonogram image and a message expressing gratitude and excitement for the upcoming arrival.

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Thompson, a former world No. 1, has amassed 11 LPGA victories, including a major championship won at age 19. Her most recent tour win came in 2019. After a full 2023 season, she announced at the 2024 U.S. Women’s Open that the 2024 season would be her final full campaign before transitioning to a reduced playing schedule.

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Despite scaling back, Thompson is competing this week at the Standard Portland Classic, marking her first tournament appearance since the Dow Championship team event in June. She participated in 13 events last year and qualified for the Tour Championship, underscoring her continued competitiveness even with a lighter schedule.

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Earlier this year, Thompson married Max Provost. The couple shared the pregnancy news, noting that the baby is due in February. Thompson’s Instagram caption highlighted the “best chapter” of their lives, emphasizing the deep affection they already feel for their unborn daughter.

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Thompson will balance tournament play with her pregnancy, aiming to complete the 2024 season before the baby’s expected arrival in February. Her reduced schedule aligns with her earlier statement that 2024 would be her last full season, after which she plans to focus more on family life while still participating selectively in LPGA events.

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