President Donald Trump made a high-profile appearance at the 2025 Ryder Cup on Long Island, and he wasn’t alone. The President was joined by his 18-year-old granddaughter, Kai Trump, who walked alongside him from the White House to the Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. Their joint outing immediately drew attention among fans. Kai’s presence shows that she has a huge interest in the sport her grandfather loves.
President Donald Trump attends Ryder Cup 2025 with granddaughter Kai Trump
The pair left Washington on September 26 aboard Marine One before flying into Republic Airport, where cameras captured Kai Trump deplaning Air Force One with her grandfather. At Bethpage, the president waved to crowds and saluted during the pre-match flyover, while Kai stood close by, observing the moment from the first tee.
Donald Trump, wearing white golf shoes, didn’t miss the chance to inject his trademark bravado. “The team is not doing so well. So when I heard that, I said, ‘Let’s go on the plane, we have to try and help them!’” he told reporters before heading to the course. “I think we’ll be ok. All great golfers.”
Protected by Secret Service snipers and seated behind bulletproof glass near the tee box, Trump still ventured out to greet fans and watch Bryson DeChambeau’s power drive up close. Chants of “U-S-A!” quickly turned into “Don-ald-Trump!” as spectators acknowledged his presence.
Kai, meanwhile, stood out in her own right. A standout golfer committed to the University of Miami, she has already captured multiple amateur titles and boasts a strong social media following. For many fans, her appearance alongside her grandfather was a reminder of the Trump family’s deep ties to golf, with her growing profile signaling the next generation’s entry into the sport’s spotlight.
Kai Trump’s rising profile adds intrigue to Ryder Cup spectacle
While the Ryder Cup itself was buzzing with drama, Team Europe surging to an early lead over the United States, the sight of Trump and his granddaughter together became one of the day’s most talked-about moments.
For Trump, the visit marked his first time at a professional golf event since 2023. For Kai, it was an introduction to global sporting spectacle at the highest level.
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