Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce thrilled fans with a near-ace tee shot on the par-3 16th hole during the 2026 WM Phoenix Open pro-am. The three-time Super Bowl champion celebrated by turning his putter into a makeshift guitar. He also sank the birdie putt to claim the tournament's gold chain.
On February 4, 2026, at TPC Scottsdale in Arizona, Travis Kelce joined the Annexus Pro-Am ahead of the WM Phoenix Open. The 36-year-old Chiefs star, engaged to Taylor Swift since August 2025, played the front nine with world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and the back nine with Brooks Koepka.
The highlight came at the famous stadium hole, the par-3 16th, known for its electric atmosphere. Kelce grabbed the microphone to hype the crowd before stepping up. His tee shot landed just 2 feet from the pin, drawing roars from spectators and media.
TRAVIS KELCE WITH AN ABSOLUTE DART ON THE 16TH. 🔥🎯The 3x Super Bowl champ sticks it to within a few feet and wins the gold WM chain!
Kelce followed with a birdie putt to secure the Waste Management gold chain. In celebration, he strummed his putter like an electric guitar, exchanged high-fives, and gestured to fans. Golf Channel analyst Eamon Lynch quipped, "I think Taylor Swift is going to write a song about that one."
Patrick Mahomes, Kelce's Chiefs quarterback, reacted on X: "Let’s go!!!!! @tkelce 🎯🎯🎯"
This appearance marks a lighter moment for Kelce after the Chiefs' 6-11 season in 2025, their first playoff miss under Mahomes. Kelce, with a reported golf handicap of 11 from 2022, has competed in celebrity events like the American Century Championship, where he and brother Jason won long-drive contests in 2023 and 2024, respectively. He has yet to decide on returning for the 2026 NFL season, telling reporters on January 4 he would consult family post-exit meetings.
