Kai Trump Joins LPGA Tour for Next Month’s Florida Debut
Kai Trump, the 18-year-old granddaughter of former President Donald Trump, is set to make her debut on the LPGA Tour. She will participate in The Annika driven by Gainbridge tournament from November 13 to 16 at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida.
Kai Trump’s LPGA Tour Debut
Trump expressed her excitement, stating, “It has been a dream of mine to compete at the professional level. I’d like to thank the Pelican Golf Club for the invitation.” As a senior at the Benjamin School in Palm Beach, Florida, she is also a verbal commitment to the University of Miami, where she plans to continue her golf career.
Key Statistics and Rankings
- Current rank: No. 979 in The Universal Golf Rankings’ junior girls ranking.
- Significant recent performances:
- Last place finish in the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley (March).
- Tied for third at a South Florida PGA event (July).
- Runner-up at a Hurricane Junior Tour event earlier this year.
- Social media following: Over 1.3 million subscribers on YouTube.
Support from Annika Sorenstam
Annika Sorenstam, a golfing legend, welcomed Trump to the tournament, emphasizing the importance of nurturing young talent. “We are all about growing the game, especially among young girls,” she stated. Sorenstam believes Trump’s participation will elevate the event’s profile.
The Annika Tournament Overview
The Annika driven by Gainbridge is an important event on the LPGA Tour calendar. Here’s what to know:
- Participants: 108 players.
- Purpose: Final opportunity for players to qualify for the CME Group Tour Championship in Naples, Florida.
- Notable competitor: WNBA star Caitlin Clark will join the pro-am on Wednesday before the tournament.
Kai Trump’s upcoming debut highlights her journey in golf and the support she receives from established figures in the sport. As she prepares for a competitive field, her aspirations are clear: to make her mark in professional golf.
