What Happens When a Golfer Drives a Porsche 911 GT3 RS on a Simulator?

When professional golfer Paul Casey and racing legend Timo Bernhard got together at the Porsche Singapore Classic 2025, their friendly competition did not stop at the golf course. This time, the two Porsche brand ambassadors stepped into a different kind of arena — the racing simulator — where they strapped in and took on the challenge of driving the Porsche 911 GT3 RS around a virtual racetrack.

The setting may have been virtual, but the intensity was real. Bernhard, a Le Mans winner and Nürburgring record holder, looked right at home behind the digital wheel. His focus was laser-sharp, and every braking point and apex seemed like second nature. Meanwhile, Paul Casey, more used to green fairways than green lights, showed off his athletic instincts in a way that surprised even him. He was determined to master the curves, shifts, and speed of the GT3 RS — and he did not hold back.

“You could tell Paul is a top-level athlete,” said Bernhard, watching Casey adapt lap after lap. “He picks things up incredibly fast, and his level of concentration is impressive. That mindset of always improving, it is something we both share.”

Casey was equally blown away. “Driving the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, even virtually, is an adrenaline rush. Timo made it look easy, but once you are in the driver’s seat, you realize how technical it is. I gained a whole new respect for motorsport today.”

While their sports could not be more different — one is about precision under pressure in a calm environment, the other is about maintaining control at extreme speeds — both men found common ground. It came down to focus, drive, and the never-ending pursuit of perfection. Whether swinging a golf club or handling a GT3 RS through tight corners, they agreed: the details matter.

After their simulator session, the two athletes laughed and reviewed their virtual laps like old friends. There were jokes, a little friendly competition, and a lot of mutual respect. Bernhard shared some pro tips, while Casey pointed out parallels between racing lines and golf swings. It was a meeting of two worlds, and both walked away inspired.

And yes, more simulator sessions are already being planned.