Last Sunday’s “The Match: Champions for Charity” was a smashing success, raising $20 million for COVID-19 relief, double their initial goal. Phil Mickelson is ready to turn the charity golf match into an annual event, boasting even more star power. The first iteration of “The Match” featured Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson. The second upped the ante with the additions of Tom Brady and Peyton Manning.
One of the stars who Mickelson wants to see join “The Match” in the future is Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes.
“I think you could showcase guys like Steph Curry and Michael Jordan or Tony Romo and Patrick Mahomes, who are all good golfers, elite talents and have great personalities,” Mickelson told the Los Angeles Times. “Those personalities are going to come out with this event. Or you could have someone who loves the game and is competitive but is really entertaining like Larry David and Bill Murray. I think that could shine.”
Mahomes is competitive in every sport that he plays, and golf is no exception.
Remember when this effortless “batting practice” with Chiefs WR Gehrig Dieter went viral? Perhaps Mahomes could put his own flair on golf, just like he does on the football gridiron.
Whenever the next iteration of ‘The Match’ takes place, Mahomes has already said that he’s ready to participate. What do you think, Chiefs Kingdom? Would you tune in and watch Mahomes play in a charity golf match? Let us know your thoughts on Facebook and Twitter.
