Via GolfWeek
Charles Barkley is one of the greatest basketball players of all time, and after retirement, has become one of the most popular basketball analysts in the world. But as successful as Sir Charles has been on and off the basketball court, there’s one thing that always haunted him: golf.
He developed a love for the sport over the years but his swing was…notorious as he would pause in the middle of the downswing before following through. Years ago when the swing was first shown on video, it went super viral around sports social media.
Now, however, Chuck has finally figured out his swing. So much so that he made an eagle (!!) at the American Century Championship, check it out below.
One of the beauties of golf is how satisfying it is. As challenging as it can be, it feels so good when you finally start hitting good shots. I’m a massive gaming nerd, and I sometimes compare golf to one of my favorite video games of all time, Dark Souls. The world is cruel, the bosses are challenging, but it feels great once you start to figure it all out and get comfortable with your character’s weapons and abilities.
Charles no doubt has been enjoying that level of satisfaction lately, and especially after dropping that eagle. And I tell you what, even when things aren’t going your way, golf is still an incredible way to get some fresh air, clear your mind, and enjoy the scenery. It truly is a magical sport.
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