The sporting world takes to Halloween every year and there was some great efforts in 2023. While some were questionable in their construction, it's always enjoyable to see what the world's athletes post to instagram on the 31st of October. Ranging from Hollywood A-listers to golf impersonations, here are some of our favourite costumes from around the sporting world this year.
The Rock
Off the back of the recent release of David Beckham's Netflix documentary, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson decided emulate the former Manchester United star this year. Despite the questionable size and fake-looking 2023 Man United jersey, accompanied by a hairstyle Beckham was famous for during his time in Madrid, the costume was enjoyed by Beckham himself who commented, “I mean I thought I was looking in the mirror. Looking good man. You might need a bigger jersey.”
The Rock dressed up as David Beckham for Halloween 😅❤️ pic.twitter.com/SVyqSU88e4
— centredevils. (@centredevils) November 1, 2023
Shane Lowry
The recent Ryder Cup winner dressed up along with his family as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The Offaly man is clearly enjoying a bit of down time with his family after the remarkable victory for Team Europe at Marco Simeone Country Club. He posted the photos to Instagram of him and his family, his wife Wendy captioned the photos, "Turtle Power."
Victor Wembanyana
Wembanyana is the NBA's newest superstar. The 19 year old is 7'4 in height and this makes him the perfect man to take the form of Slender Man. The Frenchman led his team to a comeback win over one of the best teams in the NBA, the Phoenix Suns, proving he is an absolutely terrifying prospect both on and off the court.
Victor Wembyana won Halloween this year pic.twitter.com/YiaXi55Bh6
— hartxx (ja morant’s lawyer) (@luvhartxx) November 1, 2023
Robert Taylor
The Finnish left back is probably the least famous sportsperson to feature on this list but his costume was brilliant. Taylor attended the Inter Miami Halloween party as Lionel Messi's personal bodyguard, Yassine Cheuko. All while the Argentine legend collected his 8th Ballon D'or this past weekend.
Inter Miami’s Robert Taylor dressed up as Leo Messi’s bodyguard for Halloween 🤣🎃👻 pic.twitter.com/1bbvoqjGhu
— 433 (@433) October 29, 2023
DeAndre Jordan
The 6'11 centre for the Denver Nuggets dressed up as the biggest music artist in the world right now, Taylor Swift. Swift has stormed to prominence in the sporting world recently as her relationship with Kansas City Chiefs tight end, Travis Kielce became public. Videos spread across socials of Jordan dancing to some of Swift's biggest songs as he made his way to the Ball Arena for the Nuggets Halloween night game vs the Utah Jazz which Denver won 110-102.
DeAndre Jordan dressed as Taylor Swift for Halloween 💀
(via @nuggets) pic.twitter.com/dPcCyB35uE— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) October 31, 2023
LeBron James
LeBron puts a lot of effort in to Halloween each year. The all time leading points scorer in NBA history also has one of the most professional costumes on this list and had a full photo shoot posted to his instagram. This year he dressed up as Beetlejuice and his wife, Savannah, was Miss Argentina but her sash said "Mrs Akron, Ohio 2023."
LeBron James and Savannah's Halloween costumes 😱🎃
The King dressed up as Beetlejuice, while his wife dressed up as Miss Argentina, or in this case "Mrs. Akron Ohio 2023."
(via @KingJames/ IG) pic.twitter.com/KmJ5gAIsHA— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) October 31, 2023
Adam Hadwin
The Canadian golfer harked back to one of the most hilarious moments in golf this year. Hadwin attempted to storm the green with a bottle of champagne after his close personal friend and fellow professional golfer, Nick Taylor, became the first Canadian in 69 years to win the RBC Canadian Open. Hadwin was unceremoniously dump tackled by security who had mistaken him for a random punter. His wife and child depicting Hadwin and Taylor.
Happy Halloween everyone! pic.twitter.com/8PdmYiYgLw
— adam hadwin (@ahadwingolf) November 1, 2023
'Phil Mickelson'
One of the best on this list. Outstanding work from this man who impersonated Phil Mickelson perfectly. The man they call 'Lefty' has been embroiled in gambling scandals this year but his mannerisms are unforgettable for golf fans. That infamous Mickelson smile and hat tip is just superb.
This Phil Mickelson impersonation is spot on.👌🏻🤣 pic.twitter.com/4oTDJLAqVd
— Tour Pro 🏌️♂️ (@OfficialTourPro) October 31, 2023
Kano
The rapper and star of the TV show "Top Boy", recreated the classic Brazilian Ronaldo look from the 2002 World Cup. A promising footballer in his youth Kano represented Chelsea and Celtic at under age levels before choosing to pursue music. The man who portrays 'Sully' in Top Boy has the haircut and trophy to remind us all of Ronaldo's sparkling brace in the 2002 World Cup final.
Kano went to Halloween as R9. 🤣
Love it! 👏🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/fKbqnzr8cH— Football Away Days (@FBAwayDays) October 31, 2023
