Trump Heads to Ryder Cup for Dramatic Golf Comeback

, September 25, 2025

News Summary

Former President Trump makes a high-profile return to professional golf as he attends the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. This event comes in the wake of the PGA of America’s previous decision to remove his Bedminster course from hosting the PGA Championship due to the events surrounding the January 6 Capitol riot. With security heightened and ticket demands soaring, over 50,000 fans are expected to attend the Ryder Cup, creating an almost electrifying atmosphere yet focused on competition. Trump’s presence has stirred mixed reactions from team captains and players, adding to the drama of the event.

Farmingdale — Trump Heads to the Ryder Cup in a Dramatic Golf Comeback

Big name, big crowd, big security — and plenty of drama

Golf fans in the area are buzzing as Trump gets set to show up at the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black on Friday. After being pushed out of some corners of professional golf following the U.S. Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, the former president is now back in the spotlight at one of the sport’s most electric team events. This is a high-profile return that has organizers, players, and local businesses all paying attention.

There’s history here. The PGA of America pulled the 2022 PGA Championship from Trump’s Bedminster course due to his controversial actions after the riot. Fast forward to today and the same golf world is welcoming him to be front and center on the first day of Ryder Cup competition. He will become the first sitting U.S. president to attend a Ryder Cup in its nearly 100-year history, and he previously attended the final day of the Presidents Cup in 2017. That fact alone has sports fans and history buffs intrigued.

Reactions from the captains and players

Expectations vary, but responses from team leadership show this visit is being treated as a serious, symbolic moment. U.S. captain Keegan Bradley expressed being deeply honored by Trump’s presence at the event, while European captain Luke Donald referred to Trump’s attendance as a mark of respect. Players themselves say the added attention will ramp up the atmosphere but not the focus. One European player pointed out that Trump’s attendance will add attention and patriotism to the event, making it very intense and entertaining.

Even with the spotlight, the message from both sides of the rope is simple: the golfers are there to compete and win. Many U.S. players have ties to the former president, with friendships and prior rounds together. Trump has cultivated a positive relationship with several U.S. golfers, including Sam Burns and Bryson DeChambeau, and has engaged with the golf community since returning to office. Players like Scottie Scheffler have previously played golf with Trump and received congratulatory messages after wins.

Security, logistics, and local impact

Security will be tightened around wherever the former president is expected to be. Extra security measures will be in place where Trump is expected to be, with restrictions on items fans can bring, including laptops and rangefinders. Fans should plan accordingly and expect checkpoints and hands-on inspection of bags. The event is expected to draw massive crowds — The Ryder Cup is expected to draw over 50,000 fans — and that has already pushed local lodging to ridiculous levels. Short-term rentals are exploding in price, with some Airbnb listings for the week reaching eye-popping amounts like $34,000. Demand for short-term rentals in Farmingdale has increased by 87%, and average nightly rates have risen by 145% compared to last year.

Ticket prices on the secondary market are reflecting that demand too. Cheap tickets are hard to find, with prices starting at $1,076 for Friday and around $849 for Sunday on the secondary market. If you’re trying to score a last-minute seat, come prepared to pay up or settle for a distant view and loud crowds.

What this means for Trump’s golf holdings

Off the course, the golf calendar is shifting back toward the former president’s properties. The Blue Monster course at Trump’s Doral resort will return to the PGA Tour schedule next year; several of Trump’s courses in Scotland and Ireland are slated to host European Tour events. That’s a steady sign of reintegration into the pro golf circuit after the earlier fallout.

A sports calendar that keeps filling up

Trump has been showing up at big games lately, adding to the sense of a broader return to high-profile sporting life. Trump has been attending major sporting events lately, including the Club World Cup final, the U.S. Open, and various UFC matches. Meanwhile, political figures in the crowd will still feel the heat; local political leaders have faced booing and scrutiny during ceremonies even as the sporting action unfolds.

At the end of the day, expect a charged, patriotic, and tightly secured Ryder Cup week. Whether you’re there for the golf, the spectacle, or the headlines, this is one Ryder Cup that will be talked about for years.

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