Among his commercial works, Will Arnett’s golf commercial on NBC, in which he co-stars with real-life best friend Jason Bateman has to be one of the most hilarious!
As an avid sports fan, it’s not a surprise to see Arnett in a sports commercial. Although, we are all a little taken aback to see an avid hockey fan and workout enthusiast star in something about… golf. But apparently, Arnett is a golf fan! Let’s see how he swings in this much tamer sport, compared to what we usually see him do.
Will Arnett’s Golf Fascination
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Because the actor tends to do heavy workouts, not many expect to see Arnett doing something as leisurely as golf. For him, golf is a relaxing way to bond with friends and escape his everyday worries.
As a passionate advocate for golf, Arnett wholeheartedly embraced the sport, even when he might not be the best golfer
Will Arnett’s Love For Sports
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Will Arnett is a Canadian actor, comedian, and producer best known for his roles in Arrested Development, BoJack Horseman, and The Lego Movie. But do you know that other than a prolific voice acting career, Arnett is also an enthusiastic sports fan?
Arnett is an avid hockey fan and workout enthusiast, known to often boast about his “Pro Dumper” and ability to bench press as much as 165 pounds. He also follows his hometown teams with gusto, including the Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto FC, Toronto Blue Jays, Toronto Argonauts, and Toronto Raptors.
And now, we might know him as a passionate golfer too, based on his participation this year in the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am!
Will Arnett’s AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Participation
Arnett has a handicap of 15 and has participated in the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. He was seen reading Jason Bateman’s putt from the ground at the tournament. Arnett and Bateman are longtime friends and partners in DumbDumb Productions. They were assigned to play in back-to-back groups at Spyglass Hill Golf Course in the first round. Arnett, with a handicap of 15, and his pro partner Taylor Pendrith came in at 6 under.
But no, Will Arnett’s Pebble Beach participation isn’t a victorious one. The winner of the 2023 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am was Justin Rose. He won for the first time in four years with the PGA Tour win at Pebble Beach Golf Links in Pebble Beach, California. Better luck next year then?
Will Arnett’s Golf Commercial
Arnett has also partnered with NBC Sports for their US Open campaign. The campaign, which was launched in May 2023, featured Arnett and Bateman playing golf with Xander Schauffele and John McEnroe. He starred in a series of three spots promoting the golf championship alongside Jason Bateman. The final 30-second promo, “Sand Trap,” features Arnett stuck in a sand trap, with Bateman attempting to help him out of the jam.
The ad opens with Arnett and Bateman teeing off on the first hole. Along the way, Arnett and Bateman make fun of each other's golfing skills. Arnett calls Bateman a "terrible golfer," while Bateman calls Arnett a "hack." The two of them also get into a friendly argument about who is the better golfer.
Despite their bickering, Arnett and Bateman have a good time playing golf together. They laugh and joke, and they seem to enjoy each other's company. The ad ends with Arnett and Bateman shaking hands after finishing the hole.
Conclusion
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While we might know him for his deep voice and hilarious comedic performance, Will Arnett’s golf swing is not as famous as it should be. Arnett also said that he finds golf to be a relaxing way to spend time with friends. He said, "I love getting out on the course with my friends and just enjoying the day. It's a great way to forget about your troubles and just relax."
But that doesn’t diminish his love for the sport. "I love the fact that it's a game that you can never master. There's always something to improve on, and that's what keeps me coming back." - Will Arnett said in an interview with Golf Digest in 2023. So we can expect to see him swinging away on the golf course a lot more in the future.