Travis Kelce took some time off this week to unwind after the NFL season, stepping away from the football field and into the serene setting of Pinehurst, North Carolina.
The Kansas City Chiefs star headed there for a golf round with his teammate and close friend, Patrick Mahomes.
This break couldn’t have come soon enough, especially after the emotional rollercoaster of last month’s Super Bowl loss.
Kelce, a passionate golfer, chose Pinehurst for a reason—it’s a legendary course that has hosted multiple major championships.
It’s the perfect spot to clear his mind while enjoying some much-needed downtime.
Fans Flock to Pinehurst for a Peek at the NFL Stars
Word quickly spread around the Pinehurst area that two of the NFL’s biggest stars were in town, drawing a large crowd of eager fans.
As Kelce and Mahomes made their way around the course, a crowd gathered around the green, hoping to catch a glimpse of the action.
In true Kelce fashion, he couldn’t resist having a bit of fun with the crowd.
After sinking a putt that earned him loud cheers, he playfully bent over and flashed his backside toward the cameras, causing fans to laugh and cheer even louder.
Kelce’s lighthearted gesture showed just how much he enjoys connecting with his supporters.
Later, Kelce was seen chatting with younger fans outside the clubhouse, taking a moment to enjoy the experience before heading inside.
It was a carefree scene that starkly contrasted the emotional events happening off the course.
Taylor Swift’s Struggles Amid Legal Battles
Meanwhile, Kelce’s girlfriend, Taylor Swift, has been dealing with a whirlwind of personal challenges.
Last week, DailyMail.com revealed that Swift, 35, has been in hiding, keeping to herself while staying at Kelce’s place and distancing herself from her closest friends.
Sources say this retreat was deliberate, with Swift trying to stay out of the public eye and avoid getting caught up in the legal drama between her former best friend, Blake Lively, and Justin Baldoni.
Swift has even been mentioned in legal documents tied to this dispute, and insiders say she’s feeling betrayed and used by Lively.
To make matters worse, Swift is also facing the fallout from a custody battle involving her godson, Jaime King’s son, Leo Thames.
It’s a tough time for the singer, and Kelce’s golf outing seemed like a necessary escape for him.
The Kelce Brothers Are Back on the Golf Course
Despite the drama swirling around Kelce’s personal life, he’s still focused on his upcoming golf competitions.
Just this week, it was confirmed that both Travis and his brother Jason will participate in the American Century Championship this summer.
Last year, Travis made headlines for an unfortunate incident where his golf ball struck a spectator, leaving the woman with a bloody head injury.
This year, the Kelce brothers are hoping for a better outcome.
The tournament will take place in Lake Tahoe, and alongside big names like Aaron Rodgers and Miles Teller, the Kelces are ready to hit the course again.
The official Instagram page for the event shared a post about their return, saying, “Time to get pumped: the Kelce brothers are back in town for the tournament this year!”
Travis will be hoping for better luck this time around, after finishing in 63rd place out of 90 competitors last year.
Meanwhile, his brother Jason didn’t fare much better, landing in the bottom four with a disappointing -51 score.
But despite last year’s mishaps, the Kelces are ready for another round of friendly competition, aiming for a more successful experience this summer.