Golf Is The Game Of Love For Zeta Jones

CATHERINE ZETA JONES snubs romantic breaks with her actor husband MICHAEL DOUGLAS in favour of a relaxed game of golf.

The Chicago actress is a huge fan of the laid-back sport, and credits it with keeping her relationship with Douglas in check - as they have time to catch up properly on the green.

But the star insists she can annoy her superstar partner, as she is too eager to pass on her golfing tips.

She says, "He listens to me when I give him tips - but if he's having a bad day he pretty much tells me to shut up.

"But I use the time to catch up properly with him - golf is great way to spend time together and we have a good chat."

And the star can't imagine life without her hobby - insisting it makes her think straight.

She explains, "It clears my mind and I'm not thinking about anything except that little white ball. I also go to the driving range and hit balls like they were going out of fashion."