Will Ferrell recently made an appearance on Golf Channel, fully embodying his new character, Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins, to promote his upcoming Netflix comedy series, "The Hawk." The interview, conducted live from the Travelers Championship in Connecticut, offered a preview of the surreal humor expected from the show.

"The Hawk" is a golf-themed comedy series starring Ferrell as an aging golfer attempting to win a career grand slam.

The plot also involves his character battling his son, played by Jimmy Tatro, who aims to surpass his father's on-course legacy.

Molly Shannon, a former Saturday Night Live colleague of Ferrell's, is cast as his ex-wife, adding to the comedic dynamics.

During the Golf Channel interview, Ferrell's character, Lonnie Hawkins, made several eccentric claims, including that his game inspired Scottie Scheffler and that he is a fan of chili dogs and thongs.

The series has been in development for several years and is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on July 16, with a trailer recently released.

Ferrell has a history of successful sports-themed comedies, including "Talladega Nights," "Blades of Glory," and "Semi-Pro." This new venture into golf comedy follows the success of other golf-related content on Netflix, such as "Happy Gilmore 2." The promotional appearance by Will Ferrell in character highlights the unique marketing approach for the series, aiming to generate interest through his established comedic style.