Donald Trump's New 'Masterpiece' Golf Course Set To Open to the Public
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U.S. President Donald Trump's company is set to open a new golf course in Scotland, in addition to the two he already has there.
Trump International Scotland announced that the new course, which will be built in Aberdeenshire, would contain the "greatest 36 holes in golf" and would open in August.
Newsweek contacted Trump International Scotland for an update on the course's progress via email.
The Context
Trump International Scotland already manages two golf resorts in Scotland, one in Aberdeen and one in Turnberry. He has visited them before as president, and any visit now would require a heavy security force in order to ensure the trip is safe. The Scottish police have said they are prepared for a potential visit in the coming months.
Donald Trump during a round of golf at his Turnberry course on May 2, 2023, in Turnberry, Scotland.
Donald Trump during a round of golf at his Turnberry course on May 2, 2023, in Turnberry, Scotland.
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What To Know
Trump's third course in Scotland, which is named the New Course, is described by The Trump Organization as "an exceptional golfing experience," featuring the world's largest natural bunker, mountainous sand dunes and infinity greens hugging the coastal ridge.
The course, designed to complement the existing championship links, claims to have panoramic views over hundreds of acres of Scottish coastline.
This week, British media reported that Trump is expected to visit the course this month, with the BBC and the Daily Mail saying that preparations for a trip to Scotland, similar to the one Trump made in 2018, were underway.
However, a spokesperson for Trump International Scotland told Newsweek that no presidential trips had been confirmed.
"The New Course will open to the public in August and there are two professional tournaments scheduled to be played over the Old Course, one in late July and one in August," the spokesperson said.
"The new course looks stunning and will form with the Old Course what is being described as the Greatest 36 holes in Golf."
What People Are Saying
Scottish Police Assistant Chief Constable Emma Bond: "Planning is under way for a potential visit to Scotland later this month. While official confirmation has not yet been made, it is important that we prepare in advance for what would be a significant policing operation."
Trump International Scotland, in a statement on its website: "Featuring the world's largest natural bunker, mountainous sand dunes, and infinity greens hugging the coastal dune ridge, this course is meticulously designed to complement our acclaimed existing championship links course, which has received worldwide acclaim and is ranked among the 'Top 100 Courses in the World' by Golf Digest.
"We are thrilled to unveil this extraordinary addition to the Trump Golf portfolio and look forward to our members experiencing this exceptional test of golf along the northeast coast of Scotland in the 'Home of Golf'."
What Happens Next
The New Course is expected to open to the public in August.
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