Trump halts speech after spotting Ryder Cup star Keegan Bradley walk into Oval Office

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump momentarily lost his train of thought during a White House address on Friday, October 10, after unexpectedly spotting Ryder Cup golfer Keegan Bradley in the audience. The moment drew laughs from the press corps as Trump abruptly paused his remarks about the Nobel Peace Prize to greet the PGA star.

Trump, who had been addressing journalists about being passed over for this year’s Nobel Peace Prize, suddenly stopped mid-sentence when he noticed Bradley walking into the room.

“And speaking of somebody that saves lives, don’t ever play golf with him because Keegan Bradley just walked in,” Trump said, veering off script before flashing a grin and gesturing toward the golfer.

Trump gushes over Keegan Bradley during White House address

The president went on to lavish praise on the Ryder Cup star, describing him as "one of the greatest golfers in the world."

Trump fondly recalled Bradley’s recent stint as Team USA’s Ryder Cup captain, saying he had come so close to leading the American squad to a comeback victory. Bradley, who was reportedly attending as a guest, appeared amused by the president’s unexpected shoutout.

Trump laments Nobel Peace Prize snub before shifting gears

Before his impromptu golf moment, Donald Trump had been commenting on being overlooked for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, which went to Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado.

Trump told reporters Machado had called him and said, "I'm accepting this in honor of you, because you really deserved it," a claim the Nobel laureate has not publicly confirmed.

“I’m happy because I saved millions of lives, many millions of lives,” Trump declared, repeating his assertion that he helped end “multiple wars” during his presidency.

Trump’s golf ties and Keegan Bradley’s Ryder Cup captaincy

Donald Trump’s connection to the golfing world is well-documented. The president owns and operates several golf resorts worldwide and has long been a familiar figure at major tournaments.

His admiration for Bradley dates back years. Trump had previously endorsed him as a “playing captain” for the US Ryder Cup team, though Bradley ultimately declined to take the dual role, preferring to focus on leadership duties.

Trump became the first sitting US president to attend the Ryder Cup as he appeared at the Black Course of Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, New York, on September 26. 

Commenting on Trump's remarks, Bradley described them as “incredible” and “an honor for the team.” The 38-year-old golfer said he was “grateful for the president’s enthusiasm” and added that the attention was “all in good fun.”

Despite Trump’s public suggestion that he join the team as a player, Bradley emphasized his focus remains on his leadership responsibilities. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to captain your country — that’s where my full attention is,” he told reporters after the event.