Meet Charley Hull, the cigarette-smoking, YSL-wearing new icon of women’s golf

While smoking is not usually associated with athletes given its scientifically proven health consequences, it’s hard to deny that her look – carefree, cig in between tournament holes and all – was quite a vibe.

She wasn’t breaking any rules either. According to GQ, the LPGA Tour Player Handbook does not mention anything about players being barred from lighting one up while on the course. Maybe it helps them de-stress. Either way, it’s helped Hull go viral across the internet, with netizens comparing her to John Daly, one of the most controversial – and exceptional – figures in golfing history.

Here’s what we know about her:

Where is Charley Hull from?

According to Golf.com, Hull – who’s being described by the outlet as a “cult hero” at the US Women’s Open – hails from Northamptonshire, England.

What is Charley Hull’s world ranking?

Per Fox, she was ranked eighth in the world golf rankings ahead of the LPGA Tour’s US Women’s Open.

How much is Charley Hull worth?

Did Charley Hull get married?

She’s open about her mental health

It seems like the time off helped her get back on track. “Pebble Beach is an amazing golf course. I really enjoyed it and obviously I played very well, so I feel like my game is in great shape going into a stretch of big tournaments, especially with the Evian and Women’s Open coming up, I feel really good,” she added.

In another interview with Women’s Golf magazine, she explained the methods she used to de-stress. “When I practice, I like to listen to a lot of music which chills me out, as I tend to be hyperactive,” she said. “I would say on the golf course I get bored quite easily as I’m a quick player and always want to hit my shot and move on to the next. I think sometimes if I get too hyper, I will think of a chilled song in my head just to keep me calm.”

She has a stylish wardrobe

Hull has over half a million followers on Instagram, where she showcases snippets of her life on and off the course.

She clearly has a passion for fashion, teaming outfits with Fendi jackets, Hunter boots, and Louis Vuitton and YSL handbags, to name a few.