President Trumps Golf Outing Stuns Internet After People Realize Who He Is Playing Against
Tiger Woods and former President Donald Trump turned heads over the weekend with a surprise golf outing at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. Just days ahead of Woods’ much-anticipated return to the PGA Tour, the two were spotted teeing off Sunday morning in what quickly became a trending moment across social media.
The timing of the game couldn’t have been more high-profile. Trump, set to attend the Super Bowl later that evening in New Orleans, added another major appearance to his already packed schedule. Meanwhile, Woods is preparing for his first official PGA Tour event since The Open, as he heads to Torrey Pines for next week’s Genesis Invitational. The tournament, typically held at Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, was relocated due to recent wildfires in the Palisades area. Woods, who famously won the 2008 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines, has not finished a full 72-hole tournament since the Masters in April 2024.
Their outing also comes amid ongoing negotiations between the PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. Trump recently met in Washington, D.C., with PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan and player director Adam Scott. Though Woods’ presence wasn’t officially confirmed in the PGA Tour’s statement, private jet tracking indicated he likely attended, with his aircraft landing in D.C. Monday night before departing for Florida early Tuesday. The Tour expressed gratitude for Trump’s involvement, noting his role in helping move talks closer to finalizing a deal that could reunify men’s professional golf.
Beyond the course, Woods shared somber personal news this week: the passing of his mother, Kultida Woods, at the age of 80. In an emotional statement, he remembered her as his unwavering supporter and source of strength. “Her spirit was undeniable. She was quick with a laugh, sharp with her words, and the reason I am who I am today.”
Trump also offered his condolences online, writing, “Kultida Woods has gone on to greener fairways. She was a powerful presence in Tiger’s life, and Melania and I send our love and prayers to him and his family.”
The two have enjoyed a longstanding friendship, often playing golf together over the years. In 2019, Trump awarded Woods the Presidential Medal of Freedom, praising his impact on sports and American culture. This latest round on the green is yet another chapter in their high-profile connection—one blending sports, politics, and personal legacy.