Golf: a sport where you can burn calories by just watching someone else burn even fewer calories. But let’s be real, it’s not exactly a place where chiseled abs and bulging biceps are the norm. Here, we celebrate those legendary golfers who, while perhaps never skipping a meal, certainly never skipped a beat on the course. Without further ado, here are the top 10 fattest golfers to ever waddle their way around the PGA Tour.
10. Tim Herron: The Legend of Lumpy
Tim “Lumpy” Herron is like the human equivalent of comfort food. You just feel better knowing he’s out there, showing that not all heroes wear capes—some wear slightly stretched polo shirts. Lumpy might have never been the fittest, but he sure knew how to putt his way to a cheeseburger.

9. Craig Stadler: The Walrus
Craig Stadler, affectionately known as “The Walrus,” embraced his physique with the same enthusiasm he embraced a steak dinner. With a mustache that could hide an entire cheeseburger, Stadler brought a certain je ne sais quoi to the tour. He proved you don’t need a six-pack to sink a six-footer.

8. Darren Clarke: The Northern Irish Nugget
Darren Clarke’s charm is only outmatched by his love for pints and pies. This Northern Irish golfer isn’t one to turn down a hearty meal, or two, or five. His robust frame was a constant reminder that life, much like his golf game, should be lived to the fullest.

7. Jack Nicklaus: The Golden Bear
Jack Nicklaus might have been the Golden Bear, but let’s be honest, there were times when he looked more like a bear that found a golden honey pot. His physique fluctuated over the years, often depending on how many victory dinners he indulged in. But hey, when you’ve got 18 majors, who’s counting calories?

6. Mark Calcavecchia: The Calc
Mark Calcavecchia wasn’t just known for his laid-back demeanor but also for his all-you-can-eat approach to life. His portly presence on the fairways was a testament to his philosophy: why stress over a missed putt when there’s a buffet waiting at the clubhouse?

5. John Daly: The Wild Thing
John Daly is a man of many talents, and moderation isn’t one of them. His diet is the stuff of legend, with Marlboro Reds and Diet Coke serving as his pre-round breakfast. Daly’s girth is rivaled only by his gargantuan personality, making him a larger-than-life figure in more ways than one.

4. Phil Mickelson: Lefty with the Love Handles
Phil Mickelson, also known as Lefty, has had his fair share of weight fluctuations. At times, it seemed like his diet plan was inspired by the menu at Augusta’s Champions Dinner. His love handles were often as prominent as his short game, but let’s face it, both were equally entertaining.

3. Guy Boros: Big Guy, Bigger Drives
Guy Boros, son of Hall of Famer Julius Boros, carried on the family tradition with a little extra heft. His ample frame was no hindrance to his powerful drives, and he demonstrated that being big-boned could also mean big drives down the fairway.

2. Kevin Stadler: Like Father, Like Son
Kevin Stadler, son of The Walrus, proved that some traits are hereditary. Carrying on his father’s legacy, Kevin embraced his inner walrus, waddling his way to success on the greens. He might have inherited his father’s physique, but he also got that same winning attitude.

1. Shane Lowry: The Irish Bear
Shane Lowry tops our list with a physique that makes a pint of Guinness look like a health drink. This Irishman brings a whole new meaning to the term “beer belly,” but don’t let his size fool you—Lowry’s skills are as impressive as his appetite. His victory at the 2019 Open Championship proved that you don’t need to be lean to be mean on the greens.

So there you have it, folks—the top 10 fattest golfers to ever grace the PGA Tour. They may not have the bodies of Greek gods, but they’ve got the game, the grit, and the gut to go down in history. Here’s to these hefty heroes, who remind us that in golf, as in life, it’s not the size of the player, but the size of their swing. And maybe their appetite.
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