When questioned about Trump’s devotion to the sport and whether she accompanies him, the First Lady was direct: “I don’t play.”
Melania has instead kept herself occupied, splitting her time between Washington D. C. and the couple’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida.
Trump’s journey to Turnberry, Scotland, sparked controversy as critics accused him of violating golf’s unspoken code of conduct, while his caddie also drew scrutiny for questionable actions. The president was spotted sinking a putt at Turnberry, but chose not to retrieve his ball from the cup, leaving it in the hole.
Trump then exited the green, with his caddie noticing the forgotten ball and retrieving it. The president seemingly ignored his caddie’s attempt to celebrate the impressive putt with him.
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Trump’s golfing habits come with a hefty price tag, as HuffPost analysis estimates his recent trip to Scotland cost a staggering $9.7 million.
Last year, Trump played alongside two-time major winner Bryson DeChambeau in a YouTube video, impressing the pro golfer while reportedly boasting an unlikely 2.8 handicap.
During a presidential debate with Joe Biden, Trump bragged about his golf game, while Biden challenged him to a driving competition.
It comes after Fox News fans declared it’s the ‘end of MAGA’ as Trump lost it during a press conference.
