The 2019 US Open has thrown up some exciting moments as the world's finest golfers face off for supremacy, but could any professional rugby stars hold their own in the tournament?
Well, no probably not... but golf (even more than Fortnite) is still the choice hobby of many and there are plenty who have proven that they know their way around a fairway in the past.
Here are six players who have showcased their golfing skills in the past.
1. Mike Tindall
including the On Course Foundation – and has improved on his 18 handicap remarkably since his retirement in 2014. The former England and Barbarians man now plays off a handy 10.
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2. Gavin Hastings
Former Scottish fullback Hastings – also known as “Big Gav” – is regularly mentioned as on the best rugby players to pull on a Scotland shirt. A Cambridge graduate – Gavin is a regular attendee at the Wentworth and Scottish Open Pro-Ams.
3. Brian O'Driscoll
A one club centre – and one of the greatest players to ever play the game – the former British & Irish Lions and Ireland captain refers to himself as having a “bad nine handicap”. Handy with a club and a rugby ball, he has appeared in a number of promotional events with fellow Irishman (although of the Northern variety) Rory McIlroy.
4. Paul O'Connell
The 2015 Guinness Rugby Writers Player of the Year is an avid golfer – regularly hosting golf days at his home course in Limerick. O’Connell made the decision as a teenager to focus on his rugby rather than his golf.
5. Nick Easter
The oldest player to ever score a try for England – Easter is also steady off the tee. The England international learned he was to come back into the side whilst on his way to his regular haunt of Wentworth Golf Club.
6. Will Greenwood
Alongside fellow golfer Scott Quinell, Will Greenwood makes up the Sky Sports rugby analysis team and seen regularly on our screens. Despite this, the former England centre finds time to visit Augusta National. His favourite players are Seve and Nick Faldo.
