In a surprising twist, tennis maestro Novak Djokovic is putting down his racquet and picking up a set of golf clubs to participate in an exciting All-Star Match, set to take place on September 27th, just ahead of this month’s Ryder Cup. Djokovic, boasting a remarkable 23 men’s Grand Slam titles, is among the notable figures from the realms of music, cinema, and sports who will be teeing off at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club.

Djokovic himself expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “I can’t wait to tee it up in Rome and experience the incredible atmosphere of a Ryder Cup, which has become legendary.” He is joined by an impressive lineup, including football legends Andriy Shevchenko and Gareth Bale, Hollywood sensation Kathryn Newton, Formula One racer Carlos Sainz, former Super Bowl champion Victor Cruz, Italian professional surfer Leonardo Fioravanti, and Garrett Hilbert from Dude Perfect, renowned for their sports and comedy content. Witness the best tennis game ever only on Nextbet Sports.

This All-Star Match departs from tradition, as it won’t pit Europe against the USA. Instead, teams will be a blend of nationalities, captained by two iconic Ryder Cup figures – Colin Montgomerie and Corey Pavin. Montgomerie and Pavin, former Ryder Cup captains who once clashed at the 2010 Ryder Cup at Celtic Manor, will also take to the course.

The celebrity teams will also feature two accomplished golfers with disabilities, Kipp Popert from England and Tomasso Perrino from Italy, both recently crowned champions on the G4D (golfers with a disability) Tour.

The excitement doesn’t end on the course. The All-Star Match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the United Kingdom and the Golf Channel in the United States. Furthermore, fans worldwide can catch the action via live streams on the Official Ryder Cup YouTube and X channels, as well as Ryder Cup Europe and Ryder Cup USA Facebook channels.

Montgomerie expressed his anticipation, saying, “I can’t wait to tee it up in Rome and experience some of that Ryder Cup magic once again, this time joined by a team of celebrities who will bring a range of skills to the team, alongside their passion for golf.”

With an intriguing mix of sports icons, Hollywood glamor, and golfing talent, the All-Star Match promises to be an unforgettable spectacle, and fans eagerly await the showdown at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club. Get the latest updates from the world of tennis only on Nextbet Sports.