Ashleigh Barty, The 25-year-old Australian, is all set to play in a Major Golf Event. She will be in the Team Rest of the World against Team USA in International golf exhibition event at Liberty National Golf Club in Jersey City, New Jersey. Ashleigh Barty, Retired No. 1 Tennis Player, is set to play under the captaincy of former World No. 1 golfer, Ernie Els.
After a shocking retirement announcement by World No. 1 Ashleigh Barty on March 23, she signed to play in the Icons Series in July. The three-time Grand Slam champion now starting her new career as a Golfer.
We are thrilled to launch the Icons Series in America with a Mount Rushmore of the world’s best athletes, all incredible golfers and fierce competitors
Icons Series Chief Executive, Thomas Brookes
Other Legends playing in this event with Ashleigh Barty
Famous sportspeople competing in the USA event are, 23-time US Olympic champion Michael Phelps, boxing legend Oscar De La Hoya, and Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola among other players.
By closing the chapter of tennis, and opening a new chapter of life – golf. Ashleigh is setting up new rules to live life to its fullest. She will be now known as a Golf player rather than a professional tennis player.
Also read: Tennis Player, Cricketer to Golfer: Ashleigh Barty Wins Golf Tournament In Brisbane
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