Lexi Thompson’s rise in professional golf began at a age when most athletes barely finish middle school. At just 12 years old, she became the youngest player at the time to qualify for the U.S.

Charley Hull and Michael Brennan had a chance to shoot golf’s perfect score—54—heading into the 18th hole and settled for a par to score 17-under 55, and then major winners Lexi Thompson and Wyndham ...