Peyton Manning’s love for golf is not news to his fans. Since the time the NFL legend retired from the league in 2016, he has been involved in playing golf. He even reflected on his deep adoration for golf, addressing it as a “kind of a forever game.” “I enjoy it, always have, from the time I played with my buddies at [the University of] Tennessee to now, when I’m done playing [in the NFL],” he claimed.

The former NFL QB is also majorly engaged in golf through his investment in the golf media company Good Good Golf. Additionally, Manning’s golf interest also reflects his current standings in the sport. Impressively, beyond excelling in the NFL, Pro Football Hall of Fame has also been serving as a member of the Augusta National Golf Club. And, for his golf passion, the Nonprofit organization PGA TOUR also honored him as the Ambassador of Golf in 2023. And, now Peyton Manning is over the moon as he had a great moment with Pro Golfer Scottie Scheffler at Muirfield Village Golf Club.

Taking to his official IG handle, the ex- Colts QB, who spent a total of 18 seasons in the league, shared the exciting glimpses from the Memorial Tournament. And Manning 49’s chemistry with Olympic gold medalist is clearly visible in his latest update.

Along with sharing multiple pictures from the Memorial Tournament’s Pro-Am at Muirfield Village Golf Club, his post caption demonstrated his overwhelming feeling for top golfer Scottie Scheffler. “Great day at the Workday Memorial Pro Am with @scottie.scheffler,” he mentioned in his post caption. Both the star athletes stole the limelight with their strong chemistry while playing golf together in Dublin. Impressively, at this golf memorial tournament, which was held on Thursday in Dublin, Ohi,o at Muirfield Village Golf Club, the two-time Super Bowl champion Manning got the chance to play with Scottie Scheffler.

With Manning’s group, golfer Scheffler was the PGA Tour pro for the front nine. When it came to their respective sports’ accomplishments, they indeed formed a formidable partnership. After playing with the Masters Tournament championship winner Scheffler, NFL legendary player expressed his deep adoration for Scottie’s game. In the candid discussion with the PGATour Live broadcaster Chantel McCabe, the former Broncos star revealed what exactly impressed him most about Scottie’s game. “He is just so consistent. He hits at the same every single hole, every single swing,” the five-time NFL MVP winning QB remarked.

14-time NFL Pro Bowler Manning kicked off alongside former Colts WRs Brandon Stokely and WR Anthony Gonzalez, who also played for OSU. Interestingly, they both paired with the world number one reigning champion Scottie Scheffler and Aaron Rai, who claimed the Wyndham Championship title on the PGA Tour. Additionally, several other NFL players, including ex-QB Alex Smith, former WR Larry Fitzgerald, and ex-Bengals cornerback Morgan Trent, participated in the golf memorial tournament.

However, Manning’s passion for golf was not visible at first; he frequently participates in golf charity games and pro-am events. Besides being invested in golf-related business ventures, he is also an ambassador of golf.

Peyton Manning – The golf ambassador

Last year, in July 2024, the legendary QB Peyton made waves when he earned the honor of being the 2024 Ambassador of Golf. PGA TOUR Champions, Northern Ohio Golf Charities Foundation, and the Kaulig Companies Championship bestowed him with this huge golf honor. It is undeniable that he earned this accolade for promoting the game’s values internationally and that his sense of empathy goes beyond the golf course.

After becoming the ambassador of golf, 5 time NFL MVP Manning shared his proud feeling. “It is a privilege to be named as the recipient of this award,” he stated. “To see my name listed alongside the many distinguished individuals who have won this before me is a tremendous honor,” he added.

At this moment, he went on to reflect on his sentiments for golf.  He asserted that he has witnessed the positive effects golf can have on a community and the chances we have to improve people’s lives. “This award is an encouragement to continue making a difference through the game of golf,” he added further. Apart from his commitment to the game, his $45 million investment in Good Good Golf also speaks to his credentials for being named the Ambassador of Golf. Truly, he has devoted his life to sports.

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