Gareth Bale, the former Real Madrid star, paired up with golf pro Rory McIlroy for the BMW PGA Championship Celebrity Pro-Am. This is the second time this year that Bale has participated in the PGA Tour, following his partnership with Joseph Bramlett at the Pebble Beach pro-am.
Bale ready for the Ryder Cup
Bale, aged 34, is set to feature in the Ryder Cup celebrity All-Star match alongside tennis player Novak Djokovic later this month. To get some practice under high-pressure stakes, he took part in the BMW PGA Championship. Despite any pressure, Bale was seen in high spirits as he joked with McIlroy before teeing off.
Football stars and golf legends tee off together
The event saw not only Bale and McIlroy but also former footballers John Terry, Ben Foster, and Theo Walcott taking part. Another golfer set to star in the Ryder Cup, Tommy Fleetwood, was paired with Terry. Meanwhile, cricket legends Jimmy Anderson and Stuart Broad joined golfer Justin Rose on the green. It was an eclectic mix of sports stars all coming together for a fun day of golf.
Tom Holland showcases his skills
Bringing a touch of Hollywood to the event, actor Tom Holland, best known for his role as Spiderman, tested his golfing skills. He was even joined by his twin brothers Sam and Harry. Another notable appearance came from Hollywood A-lister Jermaine Jenas, who seemed to be enjoying himself on the course.
Bale's chat about Jude Bellingham
During the event, Bale took some time to discuss the potential of England star Jude Bellingham, who recently joined Real Madrid. Bale praised Bellingham's great start at the club, highlighting his goal-scoring ability and the importance of a strong beginning at a club like Real Madrid. Bale believes that if Bellingham continues to work hard, he has the potential to achieve great things in his career.
It was an exciting day at the BMW PGA Championship Celebrity Pro-Am, with sports stars from various disciplines coming together for a friendly competition on the golf course. With Bale's upcoming appearance at the Ryder Cup, his participation in this event provided him with valuable practice and preparation.
