In 2025, stars like Murray, Alcaraz and Kelce swapped courts and stages for fairways and greens.
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 PR-driven outings 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 beginnings, golf became more than a pastime — it marked a new chapter. The sport wrote a surprising story 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 teamed up with Callaway for a full fitting at the European Performance Centre and began his golf journey with structure and dedication. Training, analyzing, and refining his technique, Murray celebrated an unforgettable 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: 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 attitude, Alcaraz pushed his own trolley and looked more like a local club player than a global icon.
Watch out, @PGATOUR, @carlosalcaraz is coming ⛳️ pic.twitter.com/Zy6dI4tkSN