LeBron James’ video of playing gold goes viral (Credit: X)
LeBron James just started playing golf, and his swing, the internet is shocked by what his swing looks like next to Charles Barkley’s. James posted a video of his early attempts at the sport on social media on July 4. Even though it was only Day 2 of his golf adventure, viewers immediately made negative analogies to Barkley’s infamously ungainly swing, which sparked a flurry of internet responses.
James’ swing in the video was rigid and arm-dominant, lacking the graceful wrist movement that is characteristic of good golfers. According to him, the encounter was “a mind f**k to say the least.” Supporters pointed out the parallels between his swing and Barkley’s well-known on-course difficulties. James’ swing “draws similarities to NBA star Charles Barkley’s famously ungainly form,” according to one social media post.
When Barkley first started playing golf in the early 1990s, he showed promise despite having a single-digit handicap. But after taking several lessons, his swing deteriorated in the mid-1990s, resulting in a famed style marked by uncomfortable pauses and spasms. Even legendary golfers like Tiger Woods have made fun of his swing because of its legacy.
LeBron is still a top-tier basketball player at forty, but golf is a different kind of difficulty. Critics were quick to point out that his swing was unduly inflexible and dependent on arm power, even though he was able to reach a decent driving distance. Online jokes and memes have been abounding as a result, with some users even speculating that James’ swing might be worse than Barkley’s. According to polls, people’s opinions are split; some think LeBron’s swing is a little better than Barkley’s, but many still think it is awkward.
As the internet continues to respond, it is evident that LeBron James is making a significant contribution to the discussion, even though Barkley may still be the owner of the record for the most awkward golf swing. He could get better as he continues to experiment with this new activity because of his athletic background.
