Actor and comedian Adam Sandler congratulated pro golfer Will Zalatoris on winning the FedEx St. Louis Championship. Jude on Sunday. Adam Sandler @AdamSandler Congratulations Will! I am happy for you! Happy is happy for you! Enjoy it all! pic.twitter.com/mlfRY2oYmr Sandler once starred as a hockey player turned golfer in the classic film Happy Gilmore. Zalatoris looks like the first box of Gilmore, played by actor Jared Van Snellenberg. Jeff Eisenband @JeffEisenband It’s been a long time coming. pic.twitter.com/k28VBXXIfa Sandler previously alluded to the idea before the final round of the 2021 Masters, when Zalatoris was tied for second after the final day. Adam Sandler @AdamSandler Have fun today young man. Mr. Gilmore is watching you and is very proud. pic.twitter.com/iwOEuMdR8W Zalatoris finished solo second and answered Sandler two days later. Will Zalatoris @WillZalatoris If you need a cup of coffee again, let me know. I’ll be better this time. I am always at your service, Mr. Gilmore. https://t.co/R1e8awZIvh Zalatoris, who has finished runner-up in three majors in the past two years, earned his first PGA Tour win on Sunday.
