From drunken course records and Ryder Cup celebrations to naked golf – 2025 was a year full of golf lifestyle, stars, and breathtaking views.
Golf combines sport, lifestyle, and spectacular panoramas – a mix that captivates readers repeatedly. Our most-read articles in the \”Panorama and Lifestyle\” category for 2025 showcase the versatile world of golf: from Marcel Siem’s legendary hangover course records, raucous celebrations of the European Ryder Cup team, to unique spots like the world’s only nude golf course La Jenny. Spectacular record rounds by Bryson DeChambeau and NBA star Stephen Curry, high-profile moves on the green such as Thomas Müller’s switch to Canada, and the dream course Pebble Beach on California’s Pacific coast, blending sport and luxury, were also highlights. These stories connect extraordinary achievements, lifestyle experiences, and the fascination of the game in stunning settings.
Marcel Siem: Course Records with a Hangover
Marcel Siem, one of Germany’s most colorful pros on the DP World Tour, made headlines in 2025 off the usual competitive context. In the \”Life on Tour\” podcast, the 44-year-old recounted three personal course records he claimed to have set utterly hungover and sleep-deprived. Most legendary was his round at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am 2015: after a party night with Long Island Iced Teas, beer, and champagne, Siem played one of the best rounds of his life despite several breaks to vomit. He shared the course record with legends like Tom Watson, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods.
Raucous Ryder Cup 2025 European Team Victory Celebration
After a narrow 15-13 victory in the 2025 Ryder Cup, the European players left the tension of the singles matches behind and celebrated exuberantly. The press conference after the awards ceremony already hinted at the upcoming party night: Tyrrell Hatton joked that Sepp Straka would remain \”undefeated\” in partying, and Justin Rose reminisced about his extended celebrations after the 2018 win. Shane Lowry announced an early exit – but how the night unfolded remained unclear until Lowry’s next social media post. The festivities started with cheers from fans and continued on the team bus. Champagne showers and joyful moods accompanied the team as they thoroughly celebrated the triumph off the course.
La Jenny: The World’s Only Nude Golf Course
La Jenny golf course in France’s Nouvelle-Aquitaine region offers golfers a unique experience: naked golfing is not only allowed but expressly encouraged. Between pine forests and dunes, players can hone their skills on six holes – three Par-3 and three Par-4 – free from polo shirts, pants, or belts. Since opening in 1993, La