'It can feel intensely lonely' - Aodhán Ó Ríordáin on mental health struggles

'You're Not Alone': Lexi Thompson Issues Strong Statement After 'Lonely' LPGA Forced Her Into Semi-Retirement

“Being out here can be a lot. It can be lonely. Sorry if I get emotional. I said I wasn’t going to.” These words, spoken through tears by Lexi Thompson during her retirement press conference at the U.S. Women’s Open, echoed the emotional toll of her 17-year career. Despite her success, Thompson has faced unimaginable lows, including back-nine collapses and controversies that have taken a toll on her mental health. Yet, her patience and dedicatio…

'It can feel intensely lonely' - Aodhán Ó Ríordáin on mental health struggles

"It can feel intensely lonely if you're going through something which is particularly dark in your life, and you can feel like you're a bit of a failure"