Charley Hull used the festive season to remind fans that Christmas isn’t about gifts, glamour, or headlines. it’s about people. And she did it in the most Charley Hull way possible: heartfelt, genuine, and unmistakably real.
The LPGA star shared a touching moment on her Instagram Stories, posting a photo of herself cuddling her nephew, who was adorably dressed as Santa. The image was warm and intimate, but it was Hull’s message that truly stood out. Alongside the photo, she wrote:
“Merry Christmas everyone. Have the best day & remember it’s not what’s under the tree it’s who’s around you ❤️”
It was a simple reminder, yet one that resonated far beyond the golfing world. In a season often dominated by excess, Hull’s words struck a refreshing chord; highlighting love, presence, and connection over material things.
She followed it up with another festive clip, this time showing her surrounded by family as a young child eagerly unwrapped presents. Hull, smiling and relaxed, wished everyone a Merry Christmas while holding the little one on her lap. The moment captured her at her most authentic, away from leaderboards, cameras, and competitive pressure.
Family has always been central to Hull’s life. She has previously spoken fondly about her nephews, proudly sharing that she now has three; including a newborn. Those close family ties were clearly on full display as she embraced the holiday spirit surrounded by loved ones.
But while Christmas brought warmth and reflection, Hull didn’t lose her sense of humour, especially when it came to revisiting a light-hearted moment from the Grant Thornton Invitational.
Paired unexpectedly with Michael Brennan after Daniel Berger withdrew, Hull formed one of the tournament’s most entertaining and effective partnerships. Despite having no prior experience playing together, the duo impressed, pushing hard for the title before narrowly missing out, finishing just three shots behind Andrew Novak and Lauren Coughlin.
Earlier in the week, a playful Q&A set the stage for an ongoing joke. Asked to describe each other in one word, Hull called Brennan “cool.” Brennan, after a pause, labelled Hull “intense”, a description that instantly caught her off guard.
“Really? You reckon I’m intense?” Hull laughed. “I’m the most laid-back person in the world!”
After the tournament wrapped up, Hull cheekily revisited the comment, asking Brennan if he still felt the same. His response was more complimentary than critical: her intensity, he said, was simply focus — and a good thing.
The exchange perfectly summed up Hull’s appeal. Fiercely competitive yet disarmingly honest, she brings humour, heart, and authenticity to everything she does, whether she’s chasing trophies, celebrating Christmas, or reminding fans of what truly matters.
In a sport often defined by precision and restraint, Charley Hull continues to stand out, not just for her golf, but for her humanity.
“It’s Not What’s Under the Tree”: Charley Hull’s Heartfelt Christmas Message, Family Moments, and a Hilarious Post-Tournament Clapback
