Lexi Thompson has withdrawn from the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Hazeltine National Golf Club, marking a significant setback in her season. The LPGA star, an 11-time tour winner, was notably absent from the tournament after struggling with a persistent hip injury throughout the LPGA Majors schedule.
The PGA of America did not disclose the exact reason for Thompson’s late withdrawal on Sunday, but the timing strongly suggests her ongoing hip issues played a crucial role. Thompson’s decision to pull out follows a string of challenges she has faced this year.
Injury Challenges Impact Thompson’s Majors Campaign
Earlier in the season, Thompson missed the 2026 Meijer LPGA Classique due to the same hip pain, describing the decision as heartbreaking in an emotional message shared on Instagram. This injury has clearly disrupted her ability to compete at full strength during the year.
In addition to her withdrawal from Hazeltine, Thompson’s recent form has been affected by other difficulties. She failed to qualify for the 2026 US Women’s Open, ending an impressive streak of major tournament appearances that dated back to 2007. Moreover, her absence at the KPMG Championship breaks a 15-tournament streak of appearances in this event, during which she achieved four top-10 finishes.
Thompson’s 2026 schedule has been limited, with only six tournament starts so far. Her top performance came at the 2026 Chevron Championship, where she tied for 12th place. Her withdrawal from the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship leaves a notable void in one of the LPGA’s most prestigious major events.