What is the nickname of golfer Ernie Els?

Ernie Els’s nickname is “The Big Easy.”

The name refers to Els’s imposing physical stature and his remarkably smooth, flowing golf swing. At about 6 feet 3 inches tall, he generated substantial power, yet his tempo and motion often looked effortless rather than hurried.

The South African became one of the leading international golfers of his generation. He won four major championships: the U.S. Open in 1994 and 1997, followed by The Open Championship in 2002 and 2012. He also spent time ranked number one in the Official World Golf Ranking.

“The Shark” is most strongly associated with Australian golfer Greg Norman, “The King” with Arnold Palmer, and “The Golden Bear” with Jack Nicklaus. Els’s nickname is therefore distinctive and not a reference to a tournament, nationality, or playing style alone; it combines his relaxed manner with his size and swing.