Even your buddies look up to you when you’re Michael Jordan. A number of famous golfers play on the same course as the NBA icon and keen golfer. On the PGA Tour, some of his golfing pals have won legitimate championships. One new tournament winner reportedly admires His Airness’s athletic skills. And he was overjoyed that Jordan had acknowledged his most recent triumph.
After his significant victory, the PGA pro received handwritten compliments from people he knows. None other than the six-time NBA champion was among his buddies who privately thanked him.
Michael Jordan congratulates the winning American golfer
On June 25, the Travellers Championship 2023 featured some tough competition for the PGA’s 18th best player. The 37-year-old’s victory at the Connecticut course was his sixth on the PGA Tour. It’s only natural that he received a tonne of congratulations texts after the victory.
It isn’t just a dozen or so texts, though, when you’re at his level. It also extends beyond Mom and a select group of close pals. Keegan Bradley was interviewed by Golf Digest following his victory, and when asked if he had read all the notes and who had contacted him, he couldn’t help but smile.
The new champion bragged, “Well, of course, Michael Jordan texted me.” The devoted golfer and former NBA player frequently plays a few rounds with Bradley. Bradley was one of many fans that loved the legendary Chicago Bulls player Jordan before they became friends. “That means a lot to me. He’s obviously my hero but one of my good friends,”
Although the wealthy golf course owner told him private information, Bradley must have found it important. Naturally, Mike would like that the text remain private between the two sportsmen. Keegan boasted modestly that he received almost 200 texts. But it’s clear that he remembers his hero’s message the best.
Jordan receives Bradley’s admiration
On the match’s 18th hole, Keegan missed the putt with only a 2-foot par. He screamed angrily as a result of being so overjoyed by his triumph. Jordan’s famous winning move from the 1988 Slam Dunk competition was also included.
In the congratulations message, Jordan might have mentioned his win celebration. Notably, the 37-year-old wears his distinctive trainers and is supported by the Jordan Brand. When he triumphed in the Travellers Championship, he did so while sporting his Jordan shoes.
After the game, MJ wasn’t the only famous friend that texted him. “Timmy Wakefield, Boston Red Sox,” Baba Booey from Howard Stern’s show, and Aaron Rodgers were all mentioned by name. “When you get a text from an athlete it hits different because they know what goes into doing something like this and it means a lot.”
Keegan Bradley’s respect for fellow athletes speaks volumes about his sportsmanship.
