Lexi Thompson withdraws from KPMG Women's PGA Championship due to injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 3:31 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Lexi Thompson has withdrawn from the KPMG Women's PGA Championship at Hazeltine due to hip pain. This withdrawal follows her earlier exit from the Meijer LPGA Classic. Thompson, 31, has struggled with injuries this season, marking a significant moment as she missed the U.S. Women's Open for the first time since 2007. Carolina Chacarra will replace her in the tournament field.
- •Thompson cited hip pain as the reason for her withdrawal.
- •She previously exited the Meijer LPGA Classic due to injury.
- •Thompson's best finish this season was a tie for 12th at the Chevron Championship.
- •Carolina Chacarra will replace Thompson at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship.
- •This is the first time Thompson missed the U.S. Women's Open since 2007.
- 3:31 AMYahoo Sports — Lexi Thompson withdraws from KPMG Women's PGA at Hazeltine due to an injury
"Semi-retired Lexi Thompson has made six starts this season, with her best finish, a share of 12th, coming at the Chevron Championship.
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