After Forever Putting Down Olympics Dreams, Lexi Thompson Finds Personal Goals That Excite Her

Lexi Thompson, the 29-year-old golf sensation, has found joy in her family life amid her impending retirement from professional golf. In December 2023, Thompson welcomed her nephew, Maverick Cole Thompson, into the family and has been spending quality time with him. She recently shared her excitement on Instagram, posting a heartwarming picture of her brother Curtis and his son, captioned, “Love me some Mav time.”

In May, Thompson announced she would retire at the end of the 2024 season, ending her Olympic aspirations as well. Despite her retirement, she cherishes moments with her nephew, who even “thanked” her on Instagram for bath and bedtime care. Lexi’s brother humorously rated her bath time efforts from the baby’s perspective, adding a playful touch to their family bond.

Thompson, ranked No. 40 on the Rolex rankings, will retire with two Olympic appearances, finishing T19 in Rio 2016 and T33 in Tokyo 2021. Although she won’t compete in Paris 2024, her legacy in golf remains, and her new role as an aunt brings her immense happiness.