Outside the (Tee)box

Happy Gilmore 2 was a nostalgia fest for golf fans packed full of references to the original, which despite being nearly 20 years old feel familiar for the cult following who have rewatched the film on countless occasions.

Further fan service was provided to golf fans with a stacked cast of celebrity cameos from the golfing sphere, some of whom looked like naturals on screen, while others should probably stick to earning their pay-cheques on the course.

But which pros could have Hollywood on their horizons?

The facial expressions of Xander Schauffele:

Only a short cameo for Schauffele who shared the screen with Jordan Spieth and Rickie Fowler playing unhinged modern day golfing jocks. His poorly timed “that’s what she said jokes” followed by a smug grin as he searched the room for affirmation were the highlight of the chaotic dining room scene, which sort out to exaggerate the differing personalities of the retired golfers with the new crop in the most absurd fashion.

What’s next for Schauffele? Maybe a role as the next Lex Luthor, sporting his malevolent smirk while he schemes to destroy the son of Krypton. Gene Hackman-esque.

John Daly playing John Daly better than anybody could play John Daly:

“Don’t forget to feed John Daly three times a day.”

Daly was made to play the role of garage dweller, and with such a non-conformist verging on unhinged personality the depiction did not seem such an absurd exaggeration compared to others. It certainly makes sense that out of everybody in the world of professional golf he would cosy up to Happy.

He could land a host of uncredited roles as ‘drunk bar guy 2’ or ‘crazy sports fan 3’, but his biggest role would come if there was ever a spin-off to the Big Lebowski. He wouldn’t even need a script to embody the spirit of “the Dude”.

Scottie Scheffler, nonchalant as always:

Scheffler’s era of dominance has come to an abrupt end after a comfy second stint in prison institutionalised the world number one. It was enjoyable to see him make light of his infamous Louisville arrest and he took acting, like every other thing he does, completely in his stride.

Scheffler’s acting career seems more tailored for the small-screen, providing comic relief in sitcom guest appearances, preferably from a jail cell because that will never get old.

Will Zalatoris back for revenge:

In a twist nobody saw coming Zalatoris assumed the role of Happy’s scrawny caddie, now on the pro circuit, but still bitter towards the man that throttled and tackled him back in the 90s.

Seemingly jovial around Happy at first, we later found out of his hidden vengeful desires, which ultimately were left unfulfilled as he finished the film flat on the floor, bringing everything full-circle.

If there is ever a spin-off of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World Zalatoris would be excellent casting as one of the seven evil exes, channelling his bitterness into violent revenge.