Kai Trump takes a shot ahead of a TGL event in January. Photo credit: Megan Briggs/TGL/Getty Images
According to CNN
Kai Trump, the granddaughter of President Donald Trump, will transition into the world of professional golf ahead of enrolling at the University of Miami – she will make her LPGA Tour debut next month.
She has received a sponsor’s exemption to participate in The Annika tournament at Pelican Golf Club from November 13 to 16 – the LPGA’s penultimate event of the season, which typically draws some of the strongest fields of the year outside the majors.
My dream has always been to compete with the best in the world on the LPGA Tour
– Kai Trump
She is the eldest daughter of Donald Trump Jr. and attends The Benjamin School in Palm Beach County, where next year she plans to play for the Miami Hurricanes. She competes in amateur events nationwide for the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) and locally in Florida.
She is currently ranked 461st in the AJGA Girls’ standings, with three competitive events this year.
She has over six million followers across four social networks and recently launched a clothing and lifestyle brand aimed at supporting young women in sports.
Sponsor exemptions are an important way to spotlight rising talents and to draw attention to our tournaments and the LPGA
– Ricky Lasky
Kai’s broad reach and impact helps introduce golf to a new audience, especially among younger fans. We are excited to see her take the next step in her journey.
– Ricky Lasky
The Annika Tour has already announced that WNBA star Caitlin Clark will return to participate in the pro-am on November 12 for the second year in a row.
Nelly Korda will defend her title as the reigning champion.
Kai Trump’s participation symbolizes a new generation of talent and strengthens interest in women’s golf on the international stage.
