In 2025, celebrities like Murray, Alcaraz and Kelce took to the fairways, bringing star power and fresh energy to golf.
Some came with medals, others with millions of followers – but in 2025, they all showed up on the golf course with clubs in hand. What initially seemed like a string of PR-friendly appearances turned into a genuine shift for many stars. Whether it was Andy Murray with competitive drive, Jason Kelce seeking Reddit advice, or LeBron James in awe of the game’s complexity – golf was not an end, but a new beginning. The sport wrote a surprising 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 swapping rackets for clubs after ending his tennis career in Paris. His partnership with Callaway gave structure to his new path: a fitting at the European Performance Centre, a full set of gear, and a system to help him learn step by step. Murray trained, analyzed, refined – and celebrated an eagle on the 18th at St Andrews’ Old Course. “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 Fairways
From one tennis star to another: Carlos Alcaraz also found his way to the fairway 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 attitude, Alcaraz pushed his own trolley and looked more like a local club member than a global icon.
Watch out, @PGATOUR, @carlosalcaraz is coming