From drunken course records to Ryder Cup celebrations and naked golf – 2025 was a year full of golf lifestyle, stars and breathtaking scenery.
Golf combines sport, lifestyle and spectacular panoramas – a mix that continually captivates readers. Our most-read articles in the \”Panorama and Lifestyle\” section in 2025 show the versatility of the golfing world: from Marcel Siem’s legendary course records achieved after wild nights to the raucous celebrations of the European Ryder Cup team, and even to unique venues like the world’s only nudist golf course La Jenny. Stunning record rounds by Bryson DeChambeau and NBA star Stephen Curry, prominent moves on the green terrain such as Thomas Müller’s transfer to Canada, and the iconic Pebble Beach along California’s Pacific coast that blends sport with luxury. These stories meld outstanding achievements, lifestyle experiences and the fascination of the game against impressive backdrops.
Marcel Siem’s Course Records Amid Hangover
Marcel Siem, one of the most colorful German pros on the DP World Tour, made headlines again in 2025 – this time beyond typical sporting contexts. In the \”Life on Tour\” podcast, the 44-year-old recounted three personal course records he achieved reportedly while completely hungover and sleep-deprived. His round at the 2015 Pebble Beach Pro-Am was especially legendary: after a night of 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 golf legends like Tom Watson, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods.
Ryder Cup 2025: European Team’s Jubilant 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. Even during the post-victory press conference, talk was about the upcoming party night: Tyrrell Hatton joked that Sepp Straka would remain \”undefeated\” in partying, while Justin Rose reminisced about his own extended celebration after the 2018 win. Shane Lowry announced an early exit – but how the night unfolded remained unclear until his next social media post. The celebrations began with Ole-Ole chants from the fans and continued on the team bus. Champagne showers and ecstatic moods accompanied the team as they celebrated the triumph far beyond the golf course.
The World’s Only Nudist Golf Course: La Jenny
The La Jenny golf course in France’s Nouvelle-Aquitaine region offers golfers a unique experience: naked golfing is not only allowed but expressly encouraged. Among pine forests and dunes, players