Granddaughter Kai explains Donald Trump’s crafty golf tactics

Donald Trump’s granddaughter Kai shared how he bends golf rules and recalled a heartwarming game moment after a scary experience
PUBLISHED OCT 13, 2025
Kai Trump explained her grandfather Donald Trump’s golf tactics on her viral YouTube channel (@kaitrumpgolfer/Instagram)
Kai Trump explained her grandfather Donald Trump’s golf tactics on her viral YouTube channel (@kaitrumpgolfer/Instagram)

 
 
 
 
 
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WASHINGTON, DC: Kai Trump, the 18-year-old granddaughter of President Donald Trump and the daughter of Donald Trump Jr. and Vanessa Trump, opened up about playing golf with her grandfather and shared a touching story about a special moment they had together after a terrifying experience. Kai shared these moments on her YouTube channel, which has now gone viral. 

Kai Trump reveals Donald Trump’s love for golf

TURNBERRY, SCOTLAND - JULY 15:  U.S. President Donald Trump waves whilst playing a round of golf at
Donald Trump waved while playing golf at Trump Turnberry golf course in Scotland in July 2025 (Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

On her YouTube channel, Kai revealed how her grandfather tried to bend the rules while they were playing golf together. In her new video, she highlighted Trump’s love for the sport despite their age difference.

With a growing social media following for her golf-related content, Kai is reportedly considering pursuing a professional career in the sport. After delivering her first speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, her following has surged further. She also traveled with the former president to watch the Ryder Cup​ last month.

The viral video featuring Donald Trump and Bryson DeChambeau

Kai Trump and Donald Trump Golf Day. (Kai Trump/YouTube)
Kai Trump shared a story about a memorable golf day with Donald Trump on her YouTube channel (Kai Trump/YouTube)

Speaking about the viral 'Break 50 Challenge' video that featured her grandfather and golf star Bryson DeChambeau—which has gained over 15 million views on YouTube—Kai said, “I watched half of it because I was working out. It was awesome. It was crazy. Genuinely, he always gives me a run for my money. It’s pretty close.”

She admitted that her grandfather usually ends up winning, adding, “It’s never really like game over, and I’ve won on the 15th hole. He wins a lot of the time. I do have to say that. I’ve got to get better."

Kai Trump recalls defeating Donald Trump on the green

LA JOLLA, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 12: Kai Trump plays a shot on the ninth hole prior to The Genesis Invitational 2025 at Torrey Pines Golf Course on February 12, 2025 in La Jolla, California. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)
Kai Trump played a shot on the ninth hole at The Genesis Invitational 2025 in La Jolla, California (Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)

Kai also shared a funny golf story describing how the former president once tried to distract her before an important shot. “One time I was not on his team and I had to make this eight-foot birdie putt to win, and he’s trying to get in my head like standing right over me, standing next to me.”

Despite the distraction, she nailed the putt and celebrated with an enthusiastic fist pump—a move that made him smile even though he lost. “I sunk it and looked up and go like this (fist pumping) and he started smiling. That was the best moment. When I made that putt, even though he lost, he was so happy and smiling and laughing. That was a pretty special moment, too."

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