An 18-year-old golfer named Kai Trump will soon step onto the professional stage on the Ladies Professional Golf Association Tour next month, delaying her college golf career for now.
Tournament Details
She received a sponsor exemption to participate in The Annika at Pelican Golf Club in Florida, scheduled for 13–16 November. The tournament is the penultimate stop on the LPGA schedule and features a prize purse of over three million dollars, attracting one of the strongest fields outside the majors.
"My dream has always been to face off against the top players globally on the professional women's golf tour," she stated. "This event promises to be an unforgettable opportunity. I look forward to meeting and competing against so many of my idols and guides in golf."
Golf Career and Rankings
Kai Trump, the oldest child of Donald Trump's son, is presently a final-year student at The Benjamin School. She has committed to join the golf team for the University of Miami next year. She competes in non-professional tournaments nationally with the American Junior Golf Association and in her home state in Florida.
- Standing: No. 461 in the AJGA Girls ranking
- Events Played: Three events in the current year
- Social Media Presence: More than 6 million followers across platforms
- Business Ventures: Recently introduced an clothing and lifestyle line targeting female athletes and enthusiasts
LPGA Statement
"Sponsor invitations are an important way to spotlight emerging talent and bring new attention to our tournaments and the LPGA," said Ricki Lasky, a senior LPGA executive. "Kai's broad following and influence are playing a role in promoting the sport of golf to new audiences, especially among the youth. We're thrilled to see her take this next step."
Other Participants
The tournament has also announced that WNBA star a prominent WNBA player will return to participate in the pro-am competition on 13 November for the second year in a row. Nelly Korda, the defending champion, is also set to play.
