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Irish Daily Mirror
7 hours ago
- Business
- Irish Daily Mirror
US President Donald Trump tees it up with Paul McGinley as he opens new course
US President Donald Trump was joined by Irish golfing legend Paul McGinley as he officially opened his newest golf course in Aberdeen. Trump has spent the last few days in Scotland visiting his golf courses and holding a number of political meetings as part of the proceedings, was the opening of the 'new course' at Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeen. The controversial US President was joined by Ryder Cup-winning captain Paul McGinley and his fellow Sky Sports pundit and PGA Championship winner Rich Beem for a round of golf. McGinley is one of Ireland's golfing greats, winning three Ryder Cups as a player and was a winning captain in 2014. US President Donald Trump, with former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley (left) on the first tee during the official opening of the New Course, the second championship course at Trump International Golf Links U.S. President Donald Trump shakes hands with Paul McGinley Speaking at the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Trump said, "We'll play it very quickly, and then I'll get back to D.C., and we'll put out fires all over the world." During his speech, Trump also praised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Scotland's First Minister John Swinney and his 'great deal' after agreeing a trade deal with the UK. Trump also offered rare praise to the media, calling them 'terrific' while joking that he didn't brand them as 'fake news'. He said they 'treated us really well' and also said that he 'loves Scotland'. 'We're going to go out and have a good time,' the US President continued. 'It's going to be a special day and a special year and a special decade, and we're going to make all of our countries strong and great and really wonderful again. ' The course officially opens to visitors in mid-August and will set players back some £495 (€570) as he adds to his ever-growing golf course portfolio. Trump currently owns 15 golf properties, including former Open venue Turnberry in Scotland and Doonbeg in Co. Clare, and has some 11 properties in the US.
USA Today
4 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Leona Maguire hires well-known caddie nicknamed 'Wobbly' for Scottish Open
Leona Maguire holed out from the fairway for eagle with a 9-iron on her first hole with Phil Morbey on the bag. Morbey, known by friends as "Wobbly," joked that he might as well walk in after that start. Maguire went on to shoot 67-71 in the first two rounds of the ISPS Handa Women's Scottish Open at Dundonald Links and sits in a share of eighth at 6 under. She's six back of leader Lottie Woad, who is making her pro debut. Morbey boasts more than 40 wins worldwide and was on the bag for Ian Woosnam's 1991 Masters victory and a number of Ryder Cups. European stars he's worked with include Darren Clarke, Jose Maria Olazabal, Justin Rose and Tommy Fleetwood. "He's a legend of the game," said Maguire. "He's caddied for some big players. I have big shoes to fill, but nice to have his expertise and experience on the bag." Maguire noted that this week marks Morbey's first time working in the women's game.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Jon Rahm picks Sergio Garcia for a role Tiger Woods turned down last year
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Tiger Woods accomplished just about everything in golf and served every imaginable role. From grand slam champion to mentor, international icon and board member, he's just about done it all. But one title he's consistently sidestepped is Ryder Cup captain. Despite competing in eight Ryder Cups and serving as a player-captain at the 2019 Presidents Cup, Woods officially declined the offer to lead Team USA at this year's Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. "With my new responsibilities to the Tour and time commitments involved, I felt like I would not be able to commit the time to Team USA and the players required as a captain," the 15-time major winner stated last year as quoted by the PGA Tour. That opened the door the PGA of America to choose Keegan Bradley as the man to captain Team USA at Bethpage Black for the 2025 Ryder Cup in late September. Now, with just 62 days until the Bethpage battle, attention is already shifting to the 2031 Ryder Cup, which was officially awarded to Camiral in Girona, Spain, last week. The captains for both sides remain undecided, but Spanish star Jon Rahm believes his countryman and longtime Woods rival, Sergio Garcia, would be the perfect choice to lead Team Europe in the homeland. KOHLER, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 25: Sergio Garcia of Spain and team Europe (L) and Jon Rahm of Spain and team Europe walk off the third green during Saturday Morning Foursome Matches of the 43rd Ryder... KOHLER, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 25: Sergio Garcia of Spain and team Europe (L) and Jon Rahm of Spain and team Europe walk off the third green during Saturday Morning Foursome Matches of the 43rd Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits on September 25, 2021 in Kohler, Wisconsin. (Photo by) More Getty Images Speaking Wednesday at LIV Golf UK, Rahm gave his full-throated endorsement for Garcia. "Knowing that some things smoothed over in the world of golf, that Sergio could possibly be the captain of the Ryder Cup team, that also adds to it," Rahm shared publicly at JCB Golf & Country Club in the Midlands of England. "I think there's something to say about possibly having, obviously, a local captain. I think it would do wonders for the crowd. If history shows us anything—and it's very hard to compare anybody to Seve—but I've only heard stories about what that Ryder Cup was like. I would say, if possible, I think that's a very obvious good choice to have Sergio be a part of that one." Garcia is currently the all-time Ryder Cup points leader, with 28.5 points across 10 appearances from 1999 to 2021. His record stands at 25-13-7, and he's been part of some of Europe's most iconic moments, including a 3-0 run with Rahm at Whistling Straits in 2021. Rahm, who will turn 36 by 2031, showcased his determination to battle for his team in his homeland. "(In 1997), I think ... that I can remember, four Spanish people that were involved in that Ryder Cup with Seve. Miguel (Angel Jimenez) was a vice captain, Ollie (Jose Maria Olazabal) playing and then Nacho Garrido playing, as well, so only four people can say they have done that," Rahm stated as quoted. "I don't know how many players can ever say they've played a Ryder Cup in their home countries. Not many, besides the U.S. team, obviously. But it would be unbelievable. I'm very happy that it's happening. I'm hoping that somehow or another I can be a part of it. There's certainly some pressure that comes with it, but it truly would be a dream come true." As for Woods, it wouldn't be surprising to see him wear the captain's hat for an upcoming Ryder Cup. However, he might be a more likely pick for Team USA at the 2027 Cup at Adare Manor. More Golf: Tiger Woods' Ex-Coach Calls Scottie Scheffler 'More of Jack' Nicklaus
Irish Independent
6 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
‘Sergio a very obvious good choice' – Jon Rahm backs Garcia for 2031 Ryder Cup captaincy in Spain
Denis O'Brien's Camiral on Catalonia's Costa Brava was officially named as the venue yesterday and Rahm, who was speaking ahead of LIV Golf UK at JCB Golf and Country Club, reckons Garcia could follow in the footsteps of 1997 skipper Seve Ballesteros and captain the side on home soil. "Knowing that some things smoothed over in the world of golf, that Sergio could possibly be the captain of the Ryder Cup team, that also adds to it," Rahm said. "I think there's something to say about possibly having, obviously, a local captain. I think it would do wonders for the crowd. "If history shows us anything, and it's very hard to compare anybody to Seve, but I've only heard stories about what that Ryder Cup was like. "I would say, if possible, I think that's a very obvious good choice to have Sergio be a part of that one." Rahm's Legion XIII teammate Tom McKibbin will be 28 in 2031 and while he opted not to take Rory McIlroy's advice last year and joined the Saudi-funded tour despite warning that it would diminish his chances of qualifying, he admits he'd love to play for Europe in Adare in 2027. "I mean, yeah, I'd love to be a part of Ryder Cups and things like that," said McKibbin. "But again, it just depends just how everything is and how my golf game is by then or before then. "Obviously, you've got the one in Adare Manor in 2027, so I'd love to try to be a part of that, and yeah, just keep trying to play the best I can to work towards those." McKibbin missed his first cut in a major at last week's Open Championship at Royal Portrush, but he hopes that Portmarnock is added to the rota of courses in the future. ADVERTISEMENT "I think Portmarnock is a great links course, probably one of the best in the country, and again, it's a very sort of special, special place, special golf club with a lot of history," McKibbin said. "It's a very pure form of golf. As all the rumours are, the Open there would be pretty cool, and to sort of have two Open venues on the island would be pretty cool." The Newtownabbey native (22) won the Porsche European Open in 2023, but he has yet to win under the 54-hole format since joining the LIV Golf circuit this season. "If you don't quite have it the first day, it's quite a lot of grind to make up for it the last two, and then obviously the fields are strong here," McKibbin said. "There are some incredible players, major champions, and I feel for me personally, I feel like the golf courses have been a little harder. "But overall, I think the main thing for me what I find is trying to get off to a good start so you don't have to chase as much the last couple of days. "I haven't been able to win on the European Tour since then, so I think it's hard to win anywhere."
New York Post
21-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Stunning Ryder Cup rule change will allow Keegan Bradley to be first player-captain in 62 years
Keegan Bradley's prospects of becoming the first player-captain for the U.S. squad in the Ryder Cup since Arnold Palmer in 1963 took another step forward. Team Europe captain Luke Donald agreed to amend the 'captains' agreement' to allow one of Bradley's assistant captains to act as a de facto captain at Bethpage Black in September if the American golfer was playing during a session, according to a report by The Telegraph. Traditionally, only the team captain is permitted to give advice to players during the Ryder Cup — ranging from what club to use to where to try to place a shot in the fairway — but the rule change would allow for the designated assistant to step in. 3 Keegan Bradley during the opening round of the British Open on July 17, 2025. REUTERS 'Keegan can only change the overarching contract with Luke and Ryder Cup Europe's approval,' a source told the outlet. 'The contract between the teams includes things like how many vice-captains a team can have, etc. That is used year on year and captains rarely change that. But Keegan went to Luke with this clause and Luke generously agreed. We don't want any bad blood between the camps.' According to the report, Jim Furyk is suggested to be the one who would move into the captain role while Bradley was playing. Furyk had been the captain of the American Ryder Cup team in 2018 when they lost to the Europeans in Paris. 3 Arnold Palmer at the 1963 Ryder Cup. Bettmann Archive Bradley is currently in 10th in the U.S. Ryder Cup standings with four weeks until the top six golfers earn an automatic spot on the team and then the team captain gets six selections to make. The U.S. squad is hoping that home-course advantage will help them and extend a streak that began back in 2014, when the host team has been victorious in the past five Ryder Cups. The last American win came in 2021 when they defeated the Europeans at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin. The Ryder Cup will be back on American soil this year when it arrives at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, from Sept. 26-28. 3 Team Europe captain Luke Donald. Getty Images Bradley has already said that he would select himself if he doesn't receive an automatic bid 'if it helps the team.' The U.S. captain also confirmed to Sports Illustrated on Sunday that LIV Golf star and two-time U.S. Open winner Bryson DeChambeau would be on the Ryder Cup squad. 'Bryson is going to be a very important piece to us winning the Ryder Cup,' Bradley told SI in a text. 'He brings so much. He brings energy, passion but most importantly, he's one of the best players on the planet.'
