Kai Trump watches as her grandfather, President Donald Trump, speaks to reporters before departing the White House on Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson) Kai Trump, granddaughter of former President Donald Trump, will make her LPGA Tour debut at The Annika at Pelican Golf Club Nov. 13-16 after receiving a sponsor’s exemption. The high school senior, who has committed to play college golf at the University of Miami, will compete in one of the strongest minor events on the LPGA program.“It has been a dream of mine to compete against the best in the world on the LPGA Tour. This event will be an incredible experience. I look forward to meeting and competing with so many of my golfing heroes and mentors in my debut on the LPGA Tour,” Trump said.Trump is currently a senior at The Benjamin School in Palm Beach County and participates in amateur events with the American Junior Golf Association and tournaments in Florida. She is ranked 461st in the AJGA Girls rankings after competing in three events this year.The young golfer has built a significant social media presence with over 6 million followers combined across four platforms. She also founded a clothing and lifestyle brand aimed at empowering young women in sports.
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“Sponsor Invitationals are an important way to highlight emerging talent and bring new attention to our tournaments and the LPGA,” said Ricki Lasky, LPGA Chief Commercial and Operating Officer. “Kai’s wide following and reach are helping introduce golf to a new audience, especially among younger fans. We’re excited to see her take this next step in her journey.”The Annika Tournament also announced that WNBA star Caitlin Clark will participate in the Nov. 12 pro-am event for the second year in a row.Nelly Korda returns as the defending champion from the tournament.
