From drunken course records to Ryder Cup celebrations and naked golf – 2025 was a golf year full of lifestyle, stars and breathtaking scenery.
Golf combines sport, lifestyle, and spectacular panoramas – a mix that continually fascinates readers. Our most-read articles in the \”Panorama and Lifestyle\” category of 2025 showcase the diverse world of golf: from Marcel Siem’s legendary course records after partying nights, the exuberant victories celebrations of the European Ryder Cup team, to unusual spots like the world’s only nudist golf course La Jenny. The year also saw record-breaking rounds by Bryson DeChambeau and NBA star Stephen Curry, prominent moves on the green such as Thomas Müller’s transfer to Canada, and the dream course Pebble Beach on California’s Pacific coast that blends sport and luxury. These stories link remarkable achievements, lifestyle experiences, and the game’s fascination in stunning settings.
Marcel Siem: Course Records with a Hangover
Marcel Siem, one of Germany’s most colorful professionals on the DP World Tour, made headlines in 2025 beyond his usual sporting achievements. In the “Life on Tour” podcast, the 44-year-old revealed three personal course records he claims to have shot completely hungover and sleep-deprived. Most legendary was his round at the 2015 Pebble Beach Pro-Am: 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 golf legends like Tom Watson, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods.
Ryder Cup 2025: European Team’s Joyous Victory Celebration
Following the narrow 15–13 win at the 2025 Ryder Cup, the European players left the tension of the singles matches behind and celebrated exuberantly. Even during the post-trophy press conference, the upcoming party night was already a hot topic: Tyrrell Hatton joked that Sepp Straka would remain \”undefeated\” in partying, and Justin Rose recalled his own extended celebrations after the 2018 victory. Shane Lowry announced he would leave early – but how the night unfolded remained unclear until Lowry’s next social media post. The celebrations kicked off with fan cheers continuing on the team bus. Champagne showers and an exuberant mood accompanied the team as they fully enjoyed their victory off the course.
The World’s Only Naturist Golf Course
La Jenny golf course in the French Nouvelle-Aquitaine region offers golfers a unique experience: naked golf here is not only allowed but explicitly encouraged. Between pine forests and dunes, players can hone their skills on six holes – three