In 2025, celebrities like Murray, Alcaraz, and Kelce traded stadiums for fairways, embracing golf with passion and curiosity.
Some arrived with medals, others with millions of followers — but in 2025, they all came to the golf course with clubs in hand. What initially seemed like a series of PR stunts turned into a genuine shift for many stars. Whether it was Andy Murray’s competitive drive, Jason Kelce’s Reddit swing critiques, or LeBron James’ humble awe, golf became a new beginning rather than a closing chapter. The sport wrote a surprising new story between fairways and fame.
Andy Murray: From Centre Court to St Andrews
Retirement doesn’t always mean stopping. Three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray quickly swapped tennis rackets for golf clubs after ending his career in Paris. Partnering with Callaway, Murray underwent a full fitting at the European Performance Centre and received a complete set of gear. He’s been training, analyzing, and refining his swing — and even made an eagle on the 18th at the Old Course in St Andrews. “Great for social media,” he joked.
First time playing the Old Course ✅
Eagle putt on 18 ✅Nice @TheHomeofGolf debut @andy_murray 🦅 pic.twitter.com/43ZSW75Vlu
— Callaway Golf Europe (@CallawayGolfEU) August 26, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz: From Grand Slams to Greens
Another tennis star, Carlos Alcaraz, also found his way to the fairways in 2025. The young Spaniard and multiple Grand Slam winner played in the Pro-Am at the Open de España alongside Jon Rahm. With a 14 handicap and a humble demeanor, Alcaraz pushed his own trolley and looked more like a local club player than a global icon.
Watch out, @PGATOUR, @carlosalcaraz is coming ⛳️