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Charles Barkley once created an awkward yet hilariously memorable moment involving golf stars Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau.
It happened when a double-entendre question about their equipment caught both players off guard during a broadcast.
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The exchange took place during coverage of a high-profile LIV vs. PGA golfers event, blending sports commentary with Barkley’s characteristic off-beat humour and leaving both golfers to respond on the fly.
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A video shared online captured the moment as Barkley, known for his unfiltered and candid commentary, posed an unusual question to the two golfers during a segment.
Barkley asked, “I asked Trevor how different it is playing a different type of ball for somebody else. How different are your guys’ balls?”
Koepka responded with a straight-faced attempt at professionalism, saying: “Our balls are quite a bit different. We’ll be alright. It will be just fine, I ain’t worried about it.”
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DeChambeau followed in a similar spirit: “I worked with his ball yesterday, it should be just fine.”
The remark, delivered in a light-hearted context, prompted quick laughs and slightly embarrassed reactions from both players, turning a simple comment into one of the most talked-about broadcast moments of the year.
Charles Barkley’s long-standing connection to golf
Barkley’s involvement in golf goes well beyond this one awkward exchange and reflects a genuine passion for the sport since retiring from professional basketball.
He has appeared in high-profile celebrity and charity golf events, including collaborations and commentary for The Match, a popular televised golf exhibition series that has featured combinations of PGA Tour professionals, LIV Golf players, and celebrity participants.
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Additionally, Barkley is known for his regular golf appearances and candid insights about the sport, offering colourful takes on issues like the PGA Tour vs. LIV Golf dispute and the state of professional golf coverage.
While not a professional golfer, he often plays competitively in pro-am and exhibition settings, bringing his relatable personality and humour to the broader golf community.
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