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Eric Trump praised Rory McIlroy as a friend and credited the star golfer with helping secure the Irish Open for Doonbeg, saying McIlroy’s support was crucial to bringing the event to the Trump-owned course in County Clare.
How McIlroy’s support helped bring the Irish Open to Doonbeg
In a recent interview, Eric Trump described McIlroy as instrumental to the decision to stage the Irish Open at Doonbeg. He said the golfer’s backing made a real difference.
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Eric also vowed to deliver an exceptional tournament at the course. “I promised Rory we would host the best Irish Open that Ireland has ever seen,” he said.
- Event dates are set for September 10–13.
- Eric said his father, former President Donald Trump, plans to attend the three-day competition.
- Eric suggested the president is eager to be present and that McIlroy wants him there.
The growing rapport between McIlroy and the Trump family
Eric highlighted a warm relationship between McIlroy and multiple members of the Trump family. He said the pro has been “super supportive” of them.
McIlroy has spent time at Trump properties recently. Eric noted he was with McIlroy just weeks earlier when the golfer played at Trump Jupiter.
Family moments on the course
Young family members have also crossed paths with McIlroy. Kai Trump, 18, played a round with the pro and shared the moment on social media.
- Kai Trump is an amateur golfer set to play for the University of Miami’s women’s golf team.
- She posted a photo of her round with McIlroy, calling it a great start to the year.
Those interactions helped solidify McIlroy’s connection to the family beyond a single event.
McIlroy, Trump and the LIV golf conversation
McIlroy has discussed former President Trump’s stance on LIV golf after spending time with him on the course.
The golfer told reporters that while Trump has hosted events tied to the new tour, he believes the president does not necessarily favor it. McIlroy summarized the exchange as Trump being aligned with the PGA Tour.
This exchange came before the Ryder Cup, where emotions ran high and the politics around professional golf were visible.
The Ryder Cup moment that involved the president
After Team Europe beat Team USA, McIlroy and several teammates directed a chant toward Donald Trump while celebrating on stage with the trophy.
Donald Trump, who attended part of the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, responded publicly via his Truth Social account.
“Yes, I’m watching. Congratulations!” he wrote, acknowledging the victory and the players’ shout-out.
What team captain Luke Donald revealed
Luke Donald, Team Europe’s captain, said the Ryder Cup group read a text from the president during their celebration. The cast read it aloud and turned it into some light-hearted banter.
He added that the message was received in good spirits by the team.
Key people and moments to remember
- Eric Trump: credited McIlroy’s support for bringing the Irish Open to Doonbeg.
- Rory McIlroy: linked to the Trump family and active in public golf conversations.
- Donald Trump: expected to attend the Irish Open and reacted to the Ryder Cup win online.
- Kai Trump: amateur golfer who played with McIlroy and is committed to the University of Miami.
- Ryder Cup 2025: Team Europe celebrated a victory and included a playful message directed at the president.
