Former professional footballer Gareth Bale has announced his latest venture following his retirement from football, and it involves the world of golf. The 34-year-old Welsh athlete has partnered with Steph Curry’s ‘Underrated Golf’ as its ambassador for the inaugural European Tour.
Bale is well-known for his passion for golf and has frequently been seen on the green. He famously celebrated Wales’ qualification for the 2020 European Championship with a flag that read “Wales. Golf. Madrid. In that order.” Despite facing criticism for his golfing pursuits during his time at Real Madrid, Bale has remained committed to the sport and even became a global ambassador for The R&A before his retirement.
After displaying his enthusiasm for golf at a Golden State Warriors game in Los Angeles and receiving a signed jersey from basketball superstar Stephen Curry, Bale is thrilled to take on his new role with ‘Underrated Golf’. He expressed his excitement for this opportunity in a recent Instagram post, where he shared a photo of himself and Curry and reflected on the night spent watching the Warriors play up close.
As an ambassador for ‘Underrated Golf’, Bale will work alongside former Ladies European Tour player and Sky Sports presenter Henni Koyack to recruit athletes for tournaments and provide support and guidance in their golfing journey. His past involvement in the sport, including hosting the Gareth Bale Festival of Sport and Golf Championship with Wales Golf, makes him well-suited for this new role.
In a press release, Bale expressed his honour in joining Curry’s venture, stating his admiration for the tour’s efforts in growing the game of golf and his passion for creating opportunities for youth within Wales. He eagerly looks forward to the upcoming European Tour event at Walton Heath Golf Course, which will feature young athletes aged 12 to 18 from across the continent.
The tournament will see 96 players competing in both boys’ and girls’ divisions for the chance to advance to the Curry Cup Tour Championship in September. Bale’s role as an ambassador for ‘Underrated Golf’ will allow him to combine his love for the sport with his dedication to promoting opportunities for young athletes, making this new venture an exciting chapter in his retirement.
This announcement signals an exciting new chapter for Bale as he transitions into the world of golf and continues to champion sports and youth development. His involvement in ‘Underrated Golf’ signifies a promising future for the sport in Europe and provides young athletes with an exciting opportunity to showcase their skills on the greens.