Ex-Ryder Cup player Hunter Mahan unrecognisable in Happy Gilmore 2

A former Ryder Cup star has completely changed his generally clean cut look to take a starring role in the new Happy Gilmore movie.

Former world No. 4 golfer Hunter Mahan has been left unrecognisable as he took a new job as Adam Sandler’s body double in Happy Gilmore 2.

The iconic comedy had its sequel released on Netflix on Friday and it featured many cameos from the world of golf, The Sun reports.

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Golf stars such as John Daly, Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka, as well as influencer Paige Spirinac, all took up roles.

But Mahan was given the honour of being Sandler’s body double in order to show off Happy Gilmore’s perfect swing.

Hunter Kahan doesn't usually look like this. Photo: Instagram

Mahan after a Match Play tournament in 2012. Photo: AP Photo/Eric Risberg

The former Ryder Cup Team USA star, 43, shared a post on Instagram showing his transformation into Happy.

The process saw him given facial hair and a haircut. He also had make-up and a new wardrobe to match Sandler’s character.

“When they called and said Happy Gilmore needs a golf swing double, I said say no more,” Mahan wrote.

“Honoured to get to be a part of Happy Gilmore 2 and witness Adam Sandler’s comedic genius come to life first-hand!

Assuming this was on set not some kind of method acting play. Photo: Instagram

Adam Sandler has reprised his famous role. Photo: Netflix via AP

“Here’s a little behind-the-scenes look of my transformation into Happy – shoutout to the hair and makeup team, that crew is incredible and so hard working!

“And some fun from set.

“Such an awesome experience and capped it off by bringing my daughter Zoe to the premiere earlier this week.”

The video ended with him showing off the familiar walk-up swing of the beloved movie character.

Fans loved seeing the reveal on social media as they flooded the comment section.

One posted: “Man this is so badass.”

A second wrote: “This is awesome! Great stuff.”

A third commented: “This is so cool Hunter.”

A fourth said: “I was just thinking why is his swing actually good in the movie.”

Another added: “I’ve seen enough. Induct Hunter in the Hall of Fame now.”

This story first appeared in The Sun and was republished with permission.

Originally published as Ex-Ryder Cup player Hunter Mahan unrecognisable in Happy Gilmore 2