US President Donald Trump’s granddaughter, Kai Trump, is set to make her LPGA Tour debut next month after receiving a sponsor’s exemption to compete in The Annika.
The 18-year-old rising star will tee it up at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida, from November 13–16, in a field that includes some of the biggest names in women’s golf. The event, hosted by Annika Sörenstam, boasts a $3.25 million (£2.45m) prize purse.
Trump, the eldest daughter of Donald Trump Jr, has already committed to play collegiate golf at the University of Miami beginning in 2026.
“My dream has been to compete with the best in the world on the LPGA Tour,” Trump said in a statement. “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.”
At The Annika, she will join a world-class lineup featuring world number two Nelly Korda, England’s Charley Hull, Lexi Thompson, and 2023 champion Lilia Vu.
The LPGA described Trump as a young player whose “broad following and reach are helping introduce golf to new audiences, especially among younger fans.”
“Sponsor invitations are an important way to spotlight emerging talent and bring new attention to our tournaments and the LPGA,” said Ricki Lasky, the LPGA’s Chief Tour Business and Operations Officer. “We’re excited to see her take this next step in her journey.”
Beyond the course, Trump has built a massive online presence, boasting over six million followers across social media platforms, and recently launched her own apparel and lifestyle brand.
Her LPGA debut at The Annika marks an early milestone in what could be a high-profile journey through the world of professional golf.
