President Trump's granddaughter to make LPGA debut
Kai Trump, shown walking into the SoFi Center in January for a TGL match, has been given a sponsor's exemption into next month's The Annika LPGA event.
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Kai Trump, granddaughter of President Donald Trump, will make her LPGA debut next month at one of the tour’s strongest events.
The Annika at Pelican Golf Club announced on Tuesday that Kai was given a sponsor's exemption for its event, beginning Nov. 13. Kai is a high school senior in Florida who has committed to playing college golf at the University of Miami in 2026. She entered the week at No. 979 in the Universal Golf Rankings’ junior girls list and No. 461 in the AJGA Girls standing.
Kai is the eldest child of Donald Trump Jr. Her mother Vanessa is currently dating Tiger Woods.
"My dream has been to compete with the best in the world on the LPGA Tour," Kai wrote on social media. "This event will be an incredible experience. I look forward to meeting and competing against so many of my heroes and mentors in golf as I make my LPGA Tour debut."
Along with playing, Kai has her own apparel brand for women and boasts more than 6 million followers across social media.
“Sponsor invitations are an important way to spotlight emerging talent and bring new attention to our tournaments and the LPGA,” said Ricki Lasky, LPGA chief tour business and operations officer. “Kai’s broad following and reach are helping introduce golf to new audiences, especially among younger fans. We’re excited to see her take this next step in her journey, and we’re proud to work closely with our partners in Tampa Bay whose continued commitment to advancing the women’s game helps elevate the LPGA and expand its visibility.”
WNBA star Caitlin Clark will also be a part of the event, competing in the pro-am for the second straight year. Nelly Korda is the Annika’s defending champ.
