{
  "id": 7592621,
  "title": "Steph Curry’s Golf Game Crushes Most Pro Athlete Hype",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/steph-currys-golf-game-crushes-most-pro-athlete-hype",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-15T17:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/steph-curry-golf-game-crushes-170000897.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Steph Curry is not just a three-point shooting sensation on the basketball court, but he is also a formidable force on the golf course. According to MyGolfSpy, Curry's handicap ranges from scratch to plus-1, placing him in elite company among golfers outside the professional tour. This is far from a casual hobby for the NBA superstar. The same source reports that Romo, a well-known celebrity golfer, typically falls in the plus-1 to plus-3 handicap range, while Curry consistently plays with a tighter grip on scratch play. If they were to compete in an 18-hole match, Curry would likely emerge victorious.\n\nCurry's dedication to golf is unparalleled. The consistency required to maintain a plus-handicap while playing 82 NBA games is a feat few can claim. During 2017, Curry showcased his golf prowess by shooting back-to-back rounds of 74 at the Korn Ferry Tour, nearly making the cut. In comparison, the tournament winner finished a staggering 18-under across four days. Curry's ability to compete against professional golfers on the course is a testament to his skill level, which surpasses what most fans might assume.\n\nIn a strategic move to capitalize on his golf abilities, Curry has signed a new shoe deal with Li-Ning, a major footwear company valued at $4 billion. This partnership marks Curry as the first athlete to launch a golf shoe line under this brand, joining Jimmy Butler and Dwyane Wade as prominent figures in the industry. The design of Curry's golf shoes leans towards a European aesthetic, potentially challenging traditional fan preferences. The shoe release remains pending, but the commitment from Curry to elevate his golf game is evident. With his unmatched talent as a basketball player, Curry demonstrates that his prowess extends beyond the court, treating golf as a second career.",
  "summary": "Forget the hype about athletes trying their hand at golf. Most of them just look good in the photos. Steph Curry is the real deal, and the gap between him and other famous names is massive. According to MyGolfSpy, Curry sits right around scratch to plus-1, which puts him in elite territory for anyone outside…",
  "key_points": [
    "Steph Curry's golf handicap ranges from scratch to plus-1",
    "Curry maintains scratch play while playing 82 NBA games annually",
    "Curry signs shoe deal with Li-Ning, becoming first athlete to launch golf shoe line"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}