From drunken course records to Ryder Cup celebrations and nude golf – 2025 was full of golf lifestyle, stars and breathtaking scenes.
Golf combines sport, lifestyle and spectacular panoramas – a mix that constantly attracts readers. Our most read articles in the ‘Panorama and Lifestyle’ category of 2025 demonstrate the diversity of the golf world: from Marcel Siem’s legendary hungover course records to the European Ryder Cup team’s exuberant celebrations, and the unique clothing-optional golf course La Jenny. Also featured are record rounds by Bryson DeChambeau and NBA star Stephen Curry, notable moves on the green such as Thomas Müller’s switch to Canada, and the dream course Pebble Beach on California’s Pacific coast that merges sport and luxury. These stories blend extraordinary achievements, lifestyle experiences and the allure of golf in stunning settings.
Marcel Siem: Course Records with a Hangover
Marcel Siem, a prominent German pro on the DP World Tour, made headlines in 2025 for unusual reasons. In the ‘Life on Tour’ podcast, the 44-year-old shared how he set three personal course records while completely hungover and sleep-deprived. Most famously, at the 2015 Pebble Beach Pro-Am, after a night drinking Long Island Iced Teas, beer and champagne, Siem played one of his best rounds despite multiple breaks to vomit, matching the course record held by legends such as Tom Watson, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods.
Ryder Cup 2025: European Team’s Wild Victory Celebration
After narrowly winning the 2025 Ryder Cup 15:13, the European players let loose in celebration. During the post-trophy press conference, players joked about the upcoming party night: Tyrrell Hatton quipped that Sepp Straka would remain \”undefeated\” in partying, while Justin Rose recalled his extended celebrations in 2018. Shane Lowry planned to leave early, but the night’s events remained unclear until his next social media update. The festivities began with fans chanting Ole-Ole, continuing in the team bus with champagne showers and a jubilant atmosphere as the team enjoyed their off-course triumph.
Unique Lifestyle: The World’s Only Nude Golf Course
La Jenny golf course in France’s Nouvelle-Aquitaine region offers a one-of-a-kind experience where naked golf is not only allowed but encouraged. Nestled among pine forests and dunes, players enjoy six holes without shirts, pants or belts, embracing freedom of movement and a relaxed vibe. Officially recognized since 1993, La Jenny attracts naturist golfers seeking a different connection to the game. After playing, the clubhouse invites guests to relax with drinks. Unlike other venues like Cypress Cove in Florida, nudity here is mandatory, not optional.
Record Round: DeChambeau and NBA Star Stephen Curry Impress
Golf pro Bryson DeChambeau teamed up with NBA star Stephen Curry at San Francisco’s Lake Merced Golf Club for a Two-Ball Scramble, crushing the \”Break 50\” challenge with a 49 shot round, 23 under par, setting a new series record. DeChambeau displayed power and precision, while Curry, a lifelong golf enthusiast, impressed with