President Trump to attend Ryder Cup, supports Keegan Bradley as playing captain

President Trump to attend Ryder Cup, supports Keegan Bradley as playing captain

President Donald Trump has announced his attendance at the upcoming Ryder Cup, slated to commence on September 26 at the Bethpage Black course in New York. The event, a biennial golf competition between the United States and Europe, is expected to draw significant attention due to its high-stakes nature and the venue's reputation for enthusiastic fans [1].

Trump's presence at the Ryder Cup is not surprising, given his longstanding interest in golf. He has been an active participant in the sport and has met with PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan and Tiger Woods to discuss the divisive issue of LIV Golf, a Saudi-funded tour [1]. The PGA Tour has confirmed that Trump will attend the event at the request of the PGA of America, the governing body that organizes the Ryder Cup [2].

A significant addition to this year's Ryder Cup is the potential involvement of Keegan Bradley as a playing captain. Bradley, who is 39 years old, is debating whether to become the first captain to play in the matches since Arnold Palmer in 1963 [1]. The decision is expected to be announced on Wednesday, when Bradley will reveal his six captain's picks for the team [1].

Trump has publicly endorsed Bradley's inclusion on the U.S. team, stating that he "should DEFINITELY be on the American Ryder Cup Team — As Captain!!!" [1]. This endorsement comes as Bradley has been performing well in recent tournaments, winning twice in the last year and currently ranked No. 13 in the world [1].

The Ryder Cup, with its high-profile participants and competitive nature, is a significant event in the golfing calendar. The inclusion of a playing captain adds an additional layer of intrigue, and the presence of President Trump is likely to further heighten the event's profile.

References:
[1] https://apnews.com/article/ryder-cup-trump-keegan-bradley-bethpage-975ce3b39900160469ce8117ef5abdce
[2] https://www.reuters.com/sports/golf/president-trump-attend-ryder-cup-backs-keegan-bradley-playing-captain-2025-08-25/