Trump's Family Member Gets Expert Guidance from Golf Legend Woods Before Professional Golf Debut
This young athlete maintains considerable social media audience
Kai Trump can count on numerous well-known cheerleaders when she begins her LPGA debut this Thursday.
The 18-year-old athlete, who happens to be connected to Donald Trump, received a tournament invitation to compete at Florida's Annika event in the Sunshine State.
Her grandfather, an avid golfer, operates numerous courses worldwide and frequently plays against Kai.
"He's fairly competent. I can't say much but we play some close matches," she revealed.
She mentioned that Trump, who cannot attend, counseled her: "Just avoid anxiety."
"My grandpa practically told me to compete and enjoy myself," she explained.
"To me, he's simply a regular grandfather. He won't be there for the tournament. He's busy with world affairs, making him somewhat preoccupied."
Being non-professional, Kai has participated in a mere three competitions in 2024 and has ranking 461 in the American Junior Golf Association standings.
However she's able to seek guidance from golf legend, who is dating Vanessa.
"He is the best player in the world," Kai expressed.
"Additionally, he's a superior human being. He advised me to compete, have fun, following the flow."
Kai will face multiple the biggest names in women's golf at the competition, featuring second-ranked the champion, England's golfer Hull, professional Thompson and last year's winner champion Vu.
Tournament organizers stated that involving Kai exposes the sport to different demographics, especially among the next generation.
The young star boasts substantial online presence and just introduced an exclusive apparel and wellness company.
She begins at 17:30 GMT.