Horan, 22 is a keen golfer, recently setting up his own player management firm, reported Female First
"Well, I've got into it more over the past four or five years and appreciate it more. When I was on the road with One Direction it allowed me to escape the hotel for a few hours and relax," he said.
Horan further said that he was joined by the other band member Styles.
"Harry and I used to play a fair bit and travelling so much has allowed me to play some amazing courses all over the world. It's a great way to escape from everything for a few hours.