Why does Gatsby call Nick Old sport quizlet?

Why does Gatsby call Nick “Old Sport”? He is trying to seem friendly and gain Nick’s trust. He is trying to get him on his side and seem like an important person.

How does Nick feel about Gatsby Gatsby calling him old sport?

Nick does not trust Gatsby, in part, because he does not like him and he does not like him, in part, because Gatsby constantly calls him “old sport”. Gatsby’s use of this phrase demonstrates a selfish or myopic demeanor in him.