In 2025, celebrities like Murray, Alcaraz and Kelce swapped stadiums for fairways and embraced the game of golf.
Some arrived with medals, others with millions of followers—but in 2025, they all showed up with golf clubs in hand. What first looked like a string of PR stunts turned into a genuine shift for many stars. Whether it was Andy Murray’s competitive spirit, Jason Kelce’s Reddit swing critiques, or LeBron James’ humble awe, golf became a new beginning rather than a mere hobby. The sport wrote an unexpected chapter between fairways and fame.
Andy Murray: From Centre Court to the Old Course
Retirement doesn’t always mean stopping. Three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray wasted no time after ending his tennis career in Paris—he simply switched rackets for clubs. His partnership with Callaway gave structure to his new passion: a fitting at the European Performance Centre, full gear, and a step-by-step training system. Murray now trains, analyzes, and refines his swing—and even scored an eagle on the 18th at St Andrews. “Good 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 and Jason Kelce: From Courts and Fields to Greens
Next up was Carlos Alcaraz. The young Spanish tennis star and multiple Grand Slam winner joined Jon Rahm at the Open de España Pro-Am. With a 14 handicap and a humble attitude, Alcaraz pushed his own trolley and looked more like a local club member than a global icon.
Watch out, @PGATOUR, @carlosalcaraz is coming ⛳️ pic.twitter.com/Zy6dI4tkSN