President Donald Trump Cheering On Team USA During 2025 Ryder Cup; Will It Lead To Success?
You know that moment when your buddy shows up to the company picnic wearing cleats and suddenly everyone’s wondering if he’s planning to sub in for the softball game? Well, that’s exactly what happened when President Donald Trump rolled up to Bethpage Black for the 45th Ryder Cup – except instead of softball cleats, he was sporting a fresh pair of golf shoes that had everyone doing double-takes.
Let me paint you a picture: Team USA was getting absolutely worked by the Europeans, trailing 3-1 in the opening session. The vibes at Bethpage were about as cheerful as a Jets fan in December. Then, like something out of a Hollywood script, Air Force One comes screaming over the course, and out steps Trump with his granddaughter Kai, looking ready to tee it up himself.
Trump’s Golf Shoe Fashion Statement Steals the Show
President Trump has arrived at Bethpage Black.
He is the first sitting President of the United States to attend the Ryder Cup. pic.twitter.com/CwKhlWDurx
— GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) September 26, 2025
The Commander-in-Chief didn’t just arrive – he made an entrance. Before even boarding Air Force One, Trump was showing off those golf shoes to reporters like a kid with new sneakers on the first day of school. And honestly? The timing couldn’t have been more perfect for some comic relief.
Captain Keegan Bradley, probably feeling the weight of potential defeat crushing his soul, suddenly found new hope. “Air Force One has just flown over the course and the president is on his way,” Bradley said with the kind of optimism usually reserved for lottery ticket purchases. “I have a feeling it’s going to change.”
The Pressure Was Real, and So Was the Security
Here’s the thing about Trump showing up to sporting events – it’s never just a casual visit. This was the largest joint-security operation in Ryder Cup history, with the Secret Service, CIA, and FBI turning Bethpage into Fort Knox with fairways. Some fans experienced delays getting into the venue, but hey, when you are making history as the first sitting U.S. president to attend a Ryder Cup in its nearly 100-year existence, security isn’t exactly optional.
The crowd of 50,000 spectators knew they were witnessing something special. When Trump was introduced, “U-S-A” chants erupted like it was the Fourth of July and the Olympics rolled into one. Even Luke Donald, Europe’s captain, had to tip his cap, calling it a “mark of respect” and acknowledging that Trump’s presence “just shows how big the Ryder Cup is.”
Could Trump Actually Help Team USA?
Now, before you start rolling your eyes, consider this: Trump claims a 2.8 handicap. That’s legitimate scratch golfer territory. Sure, Rick Reilly’s book “Commander in Cheat: How Golf Explains Trump” might suggest some creative scorekeeping, but the man owns championship-level courses around the world and has been deep in golf politics since returning to office.
Scottie Scheffler, who knows a thing or two about pressure situations, said Trump’s presence would give the U.S. team a boost, calling it “extremely important for us.” When the world’s best golfer says the president’s attendance matters, you listen.
The Europeans entered as defending champions after demolishing the Americans in Rome in 2023, and history wasn’t on Team USA’s side either. Home teams had won the past four Ryder Cups, but the last European victory on American soil came way back in 2012. The pressure was mounting, and Trump’s arrival felt like a rallying cry the team desperately needed.
As Trump surveyed the scene, probably calculating whether those golf shoes were more than just a fashion choice, one thing became crystal clear: this Ryder Cup just got a whole lot more interesting.
