President Donald Trump, addressing reporters from the confines of Air Force One, took a moment away from political discourse to deliver a robust defense of his golfing prowess and issue a direct challenge to the top players in the professional game.
The comments came as he reflected on his athletic abilities, stating, “I HIT ‘EM ALL PRETTY GOOD. I’M A PRETTY GOOD GOLFER.” He then quantified his skill by citing a staggering number of victories at his own clubs. “I WON 38 CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS, THAT’S PRETTY GOOD. I’M VERY SOLID, VERY CONSISTENT, I HIT THE BALL PRETTY LONG.”
The president, who frequently plays at his own courses, has long considered his golf game a point of personal pride, though his claimed handicap has often been a subject of speculation and debate.
The golf-centric briefing, however, culminated in a direct message for the current world number one, Scottie Scheffler, and four-time major champion Rory McIlroy. While the exact two-word message was not specified in the initial reporting, the context of his braggadocio suggests a competitive gauntlet being thrown down.
This is not the first time President Trump has inserted himself into the golf world’s spotlight. He has a well-documented history with the sport, having owned and operated numerous high-profile golf courses worldwide and previously hosting PGA Tour and LIV Golf events at his properties. His relationship with McIlroy, in particular, has been complex, evolving from public criticism to a more cordial dynamic in recent years.
The golf community has yet to respond to the President’s airborne challenge. Neither Scheffler nor McIlroy have publicly commented on receiving a two-word message from the former Commander-in-Chief, leaving the sporting world to wonder what exactly was conveyed from 30,000 feet.
