In 2025, stars like Murray, Alcaraz and Kelce took to the fairways—some for fun, others with serious sporting intent.
Some arrived with medals, others with millions of followers—but in 2025, they all showed up with golf clubs in hand. What initially seemed like a string of PR stunts turned into a genuine shift for many celebrities. Whether it was Andy Murray’s competitive drive, Jason Kelce’s Reddit swing critiques, or LeBron James’ humble awe—golf became a new beginning, not just a pastime. The sport wrote a surprising new 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, swapping rackets for golf clubs. His partnership with Callaway provided structure: a fitting at the European Performance Centre, a full set of gear, and a system to guide his progress. Murray trains, analyzes, and refines his swing—capping it off with an unforgettable 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: From Centre Court to Clubhouse
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 attitude, Alcaraz pushed his own trolley and looked more like a local club member than a global icon.
Watch out, @PGATOUR, @carlosalcaraz is coming ⛳️