Tommy Fleetwood and his wife Clare, who is also the Olympic golf star’s manager, opened up about their working relationship.

Tommy Fleetwood, the renowned golfer celebrated for his performance in the Olympic Games, and his wife Clare have navigated a significant transition in their professional and personal lives. The couple, who married in 2017, have managed a unique working relationship that has drawn considerable attention due to their age difference and the blending of their personal and professional lives.

Clare, who is 23 years Fleetwood’s senior, initially managed his career before their relationship evolved into a romantic one. Despite their growing personal connection, Clare was initially hesitant to reciprocate Fleetwood’s advances due to the substantial age gap between them. However, their relationship eventually blossomed, leading them to marry. Despite their commitment to each other, the couple faced the challenge of balancing their personal and professional lives.

Before making the decision to continue working together, Clare, formerly Clare Craig, and Fleetwood evaluated their working dynamic. The pair set a deadline to assess the viability of their professional relationship, acknowledging the potential complications that could arise from intertwining their personal and business lives. Clare considered stepping down from her managerial role, reflecting on the difficulties they faced in merging their work and personal lives. To address these challenges, they decided to undertake a trial period to determine if their professional relationship could endure alongside their marriage.

In an interview with the Performance People podcast in May 2023, Clare shared her initial reservations about their working relationship. She admitted that despite feeling capable of managing their professional endeavors, she had doubts about whether it was appropriate for them to continue working together. However, after a six-month trial period, the couple found that their professional relationship was indeed sustainable. Clare’s willingness to compromise and adapt contributed to the successful continuation of their partnership.

To manage the balance between their work and personal lives, Clare emphasized the importance of making a conscious effort to switch off from work. She noted that although she often finds herself discussing work, she recognizes the need to step away from professional matters to maintain harmony in their relationship. Clare mentioned that she could often see signs of exhaustion or frustration on Fleetwood’s face when work discussions became overwhelming. As a solution, they established a dedicated