Robbie Fowler nearly staged the moment of a lifetime at the $10M Swing, leaving a global audience gasping as he came within a whisper of pocketing the biggest single prize in golf history.
Team England’s legendary Liverpool striker wasn’t just playing for himself—he was playing for fans and charities alike at the Reignwood Icons of Football tournament, hoping to snatch that eye-popping jackpot on the signature 12th at Robinswood Golf Course.
This was no ordinary tee shot. With the cameras rolling and 24 former football stars lined up, Fowler stepped forward to hit from 170 yards out, the pressure practically sizzling in the Bangkok sun.
His iron flew straighter than a referee’s final whistle, and for a few breathtaking moments, it looked destined to drop right into the cup.
Presenter Josh Denzel couldn’t resist teasing him afterwards: “Before the broadcast you told me you were trying not to think about the $10M prize – I bet you did when the ball was tracking towards the hole!?” quipped presenter Josh Denzel.
Fowler, always one to keep things light, admitted to feeling the weight of the moment.
“Yeah, I’m not going to lie, I was bottling it when I hit that – I think Incy [Paul Ince] had already spent the money – he was more excited than me. I’m happy, I’m very happy.”
As the shot trickled just short, the crowd’s collective groan was almost as loud as the applause.
Teammates and rivals alike—names like Carlos Tevez and Gabriel Batistuta—rushed over to show their admiration.
Had Fowler’s shot found the bottom of the cup, he would have instantly become golf’s greatest jackpot winner, with the purse split between player, fans, and charities.
Not a bad day’s work for a legendary footballer who’s swapped boots for golf shoes.
Fans keen to relive every nerve-tingling second can catch the footage online, including highlights of the day’s best shots on the Icons Series YouTube channel.
And trust me, there were some real gems from these talented amateurs, who still know how to put on a show when it counts.
Meanwhile, the on-course drama extended well beyond Fowler’s near-miss. Day one of the Reignwood Icons of Football delivered end-to-end excitement, with Team England jumping out to an early 17-3 lead in the morning session before Team World fought back to close the gap to 28-17 by day’s end.
The question on everyone’s mind? Which squad will hold steady under Sunday’s pressure to hoist the coveted Icons Trophy?
Broadcast live around the globe, this showdown offered a first-tee cauldron of nerves, humidity, and sky-high expectations for these former football icons.
Some took to the fairways like they’d been doing it all their lives, while others showed a few cracks under the spotlight.
Still, the spirit of the game—and a healthy dose of friendly rivalry—carried everyone through.
If day one was anything to go by, Sunday will be must-watch entertainment for sports fans.
You can follow the Icons Series social channels for live updates, behind-the-scenes peeks, and plenty more of those “did you see that?” moments.
For full details, visit www.icons-series.com. The only thing left to say is: keep your eyes peeled and your hearts in your throat—because if day two is half as dramatic as Robbie Fowler’s $10M Swing, you won’t want to miss a second of it.
