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Donald Trump attends Irish Open tournament at Doonbeg this weekend

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 5:14 PM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Donald Trump attends Irish Open tournament at Doonbeg this weekend

Summary

The Irish Open begins this week at the Doonbeg golf resort in County Clare, with an expected visit from former United States President Donald Trump. Players are preparing for a tournament marked by a high security presence and logistical adjustments during the final stages of the event. Rory McIlroy is competing for his third title at the venue, which he describes as an Americanized version of a links course. The field also includes LIV players Jon Rahm, Tyrrell Hatton, and Tom McKibbin as they compete amidst uncertainty regarding the future of the LIV tour. Organizers note that crowd access will be limited during the latter portion of the weekend. Trump is also scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with Irish President Catherine Connolly and Taoiseach Micheal Martin during his two-day visit.

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By the Numbers

•Rory McIlroy seeks his third career Irish Open victory at the Doonbeg course.
•Donald Trump is expected to attend the tournament during its final stages this weekend.
•The field features participants from both the European Tour and the LIV tour.
•Security will be increased at the resort property during the two-day visit.
•Matches are played on a course that has previously hosted PGA and European Tour events.

Latest Updates

5:14 PMYahoo Sports — Rory McIlroy vows to not get distracted by Trump visit to Irish Open
4:13 PMBBC Sport — Irish Open will feel 'different' with Trump visit

What they're saying

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Rory McIlroy admits this year's Irish Open will feel like a "different" spectacle given US President Donald Trump's anticipated visit during the tournament.
— BBC Sport