Hilarious Old Michael Block Commercial Resurfaces During PGA Championship

A video of the PGA pro has caused a huge reaction on Twitter, with Block advertising Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club

Block sits on a stone
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Michael Block has arguably been the star of the PGA Championship, with the 46-year-old Head Professional mixing it with the stars of the game at Oak Hill in Rochester.

Not only has he been seen turning up four hours before his tee time on Sunday to sign autographs and items for fans, but a hilarious video of the PGA Professional has resurfaced online, with an old advert showing Block from over 10 years ago! Watch the video below:

Block, who revealed that he charges $150 for lessons at Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club in Mission Viejo, California, is seen advertising the golf club with the opening line of the one minute video being: "Why am I better at golf than you? Well, I spend my days here in golf heaven!"

From there, we see more memorable moments, such as Block throwing a golf ball to someone who is wearing a rabbit mascot head, yes you read that right, with the American then in the pro shop offering items of clothing and clubs.

The final scenes include Block stealing a bride from an unsuspecting groom with a pint of beer, and the closing image features both bride and that man in the rabbit costume on a golf cart! Yes, it is as bizarre as it sounds!

Michael Block and his caddie wait on the first tee with Rory McIlroy and his caddie

Block and Rory McIlroy on the first tee during the 2023 PGA Championship

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Following three rounds of 70 at Oak Hill, Block started his day inside the top 10 as he went in search of history. What's more, the 46-year-old was left almost speechless when he found out he would be paired with Rory McIlroy for the final round of the PGA Championship.

Searching for a career-defining performance, if Block finishes inside the top 10 of the Major then he is guaranteed around $500,000, whilst a top 20 finish will net him over $200,000. Finally, a top 15 finish would mean an invite back to next year's PGA Championship, with a top four finish securing a spot at the Masters. If he were to win, there would also be visits to the US Open and Open Championship.

Matt Cradock
Staff Writer

Matt joined Golf Monthly in February 2021 covering weekend news, before also transitioning to equipment and testing. After freelancing for Golf Monthly and The PGA for 18 months, he was offered a full-time position at the company in October 2022 and continues to cover weekend news and social media, as well as help look after Golf Monthly’s many buyers’ guides and equipment reviews.

Taking up the game when he was just seven years of age, Matt made it into his county squad just a year later and continues to play the game at a high standard, with a handicap of around 2-4. To date, his best round came in 2016, where he shot a six-under-par 66 having been seven-under through nine holes. He currently plays at Witney Lakes in Oxfordshire and his favourite player is Rory McIlroy, despite nearly being struck by his second shot at the 17th during the 2015 BMW PGA Championship.

Matt’s current What’s In The Bag?

Driver: Honma TW747, 8.75°

Fairway Wood: TaylorMade Rocketballz Stage 2, 15°, 19°

Hybrid: Adams Super Hybrid, 22°

Irons: Mizuno MP54, 5-PW

Wedges: Cleveland 588 RTX 2.0 Tour Satin, 50°, 56°, 60°

Putter: Cleveland TFI 2135 Satin Cero

Ball: Titleist Pro V1x