Niall Horan has been given a lifetime membership to his local golf club.
The One Direction singer visited the Mullingar Golf Club in Belvedere in his native Ireland for a round of golf on Saturday (27.12.14) and was presented with a lifelong membership.
Speaking of his excitement, he wrote on Twitter: "Thank you to everyone at mullingar golf club for making me an Honorary life member of the club! What a nice touch ! (sic)"
The 21-year-old heartthrob is a keen sports fan and was thrilled to be recognised by the club where he played golf as a child while at home in Ireland's County Westmeath during the festive season.
He continued: "I've been a member of the club since I was 12/13 and to be awarded with this now is just incredible ! Really much appreciated! (sic)"
Despite having become a global superstar - along with bandmates Harry Styles, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik - since coming third on 'The X Factor' in 2010, Niall appeared shocked to have been recognised by the sporting venue.
He added: "Thanks for even thinking about me."
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