NBA star Curry plays in his first pro tournament

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By CGTN's Shunshun

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry swapped hoops for holes on Thursday to play in his first professional tournament at the Web.com Tour's Ellie Mae Classic in California.

The 29-year-old player became an NBA Champion for the second time last month, and while no one can doubt his prowess on the basketball court, the two-time National Basketball Association Most Valuable Player (MVP) would surprise a few people with his impressive skills on the course.

Stephen Curry looks to pass under pressure from Jordan Clarkson of Los Angeles Lakers in their NBA game in Los Angeles, California on November 4, 2016. /AFP Photo

Grouped with German Stephan Jaeger and England's Sam Ryder, Curry's opening tee shot is a bit shaky as it lands in a cup holder on a golf cart adjacent to the fairway.

However the NBA star, who recently helped his Golden State team to a 4-1 final series win over Cleveland, more than holds his own with shots like this approach on 15 that sets up on of his three birdies

Stephen Curry looks on before the start of Game 2 of the NBA Finals on June 05, 2016 in Oakland, California. /AFP Photo

Playing on a sponsor exemption, Curry finishes his round at four over par to sit in 142nd place in the 156 player field. The top 65 and ties will make the cut.