Perhaps golf is no longer just a sport that you have to specialise in from a young age or one that is only played by retired athletes or more experienced people. In recent years, its image has changed: it is now perceived as a versatile, social and relaxing activity, capable of attracting both young talent and celebrities from all walks of life. More than just a game of precision, golf has become a way of life that combines sport, nature and well-being. Today we show you some new celebrities who are golf fanatics and have joined the game in recent times.
HARRY STYLES
The former member of One Direction and current global music and fashion icon has found a new passion in golf. In recent years, he has been photographed playing on courses in California and the United Kingdom, enjoying his free time away from the stage.
Although he has been playing for a relatively short time, his relaxed style and discipline have allowed him to progress quickly, becoming a frequent player among friends and colleagues in the music industry.
Harry often shares the course with other artists or athletes, and has commented in interviews that golf allows him to maintain mental and physical balance while on tour.
His incorporation into the sport demonstrates how golf is attracting a new generation of younger celebrities with modern lifestyles, dispelling the cliché of golf as a sport ‘for older people’.
MIRANDA LAMBERT
Country singer Miranda Lambert is another celebrity who has taken up golf as a new hobby. It was recently announced that she is training with her sights set on participating in a celebrity match during the Ryder Cup.
Her golfing experience is limited: she has played less than many people think, and she is still learning, with ups and downs, but with a lot of passion and enthusiasm.
Lambert has shared her progress on social media, with photos and funny moments, celebrating when she achieves a bogey or manages to improve certain shots. Golf serves her both as physical exercise and as a mental escape.
Although she is not an expert, her commitment and the visibility she gives to the sport inspire her followers to think, ‘If she can do it, so can I.’
CARLOS ALCARAZ
The young tennis star is also becoming a serious golf enthusiast. His interest began during the pandemic, when coaches and friends introduced him to the basics of the swing.
He has stated that whenever he has days off from tournaments, he organises his schedule to play golf with his team, including his coach Juan Carlos Ferrero. He also plays at nearby courses when travelling, including Font del Llop (Elche/Alicante), where he has played on more than one occasion as it is very close to his native Murcia.
Alcaraz does not play golf professionally, but he sees it as his ‘good escape’ — a way to relax and enjoy nature and the game. He is also known to have shared the course with other amateur athletes, such as his role model Roger Federer, which allows him to learn while enjoying the company. Although his skill is not tournament-level, his enthusiasm is evident.
TOM HOLLAND
Known for his role as Spider-Man, he has recently been seen participating in pro-am golf events.
He has not been playing for long, but his interest has grown, especially since meeting athletes such as Carlos Alcaraz, with whom he shares a love of precision sports.
His level is clearly amateur, with the stumbles typical of a beginner, but he has an open attitude to learning and enjoying the game rather than worrying about mistakes.
In addition, his presence helps to raise the profile of golf among young audiences, who may not have been so interested in the sport before.
GARETH BALE
A former Welsh footballer, he has shown an interest in golf since retiring from active football. He has participated in several amateur and pro-am tournaments, and is often seen practising.
Although he was not born with golf clubs in his hands, his discipline as an athlete has helped him adapt quickly: he is in good physical condition and has a competitive mindset, which makes it easier for him to progress even though he is not an expert.
Bale often combines golf with his leisure activities, travel and public engagements, making him an example of someone who incorporates sport into his lifestyle.
It is not uncommon to see him sharing a round with other celebrities or non-sporting friends.
JUSTIN BIEBER
El famoso cantante también se ha unido a la lista de celebridades que disfrutan del golf. El canadiense, conocido también por su pasión por el deporte, ha sido visto en campos de California y Hawái, practicando junto a amigos y otros artistas. Aunque no es profesional, se toma el juego con seriedad: ha compartido en redes su interés por mejorar su swing y aprender las reglas con instructores expertos.
Para Bieber, el golf representa un escape de la intensidad de la fama y una manera de reconectar consigo mismo. En varias entrevistas ha comentado que valora la tranquilidad y la concentración que el deporte requiere, algo que le ayuda a mantener la calma y la disciplina en su vida cotidiana. Su presencia en el green aporta un toque joven y moderno, consolidando al golf como una afición cool entre nuevas generaciones.
El golf está viviendo un repunte en popularidad entre celebridades de todo tipo, desde artistas y actores hasta deportistas de élite. Para muchos, no se trata de competir, sino de disfrutar del juego, del entorno y de la desconexión mental que ofrece.
El caso por ejemplo de Carlos Alcaraz simboliza perfectamente este fenómeno: un atleta joven y competitivo que encuentra en el golf una manera de relajarse y reconectar con su entorno, especialmente en campos como el nuestro, Font del Llop, donde ha jugado en varias ocasiones.
El golf, hoy, ya no es solo un deporte clásico: se ha convertido en un punto de encuentro entre generaciones, estilos de vida y pasiones distintas.