Trump's Granddaughter Gets Professional Guidance from Golf Legend Woods Ahead of Professional Golf Debut

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Kai Trump can count on numerous well-known supporters when she starts her LPGA debut later this week.

This teenage golfer, who is related to a former US president, received a tournament invitation to participate at the Annika competition in Florida.

The former president, someone who loves golf, owns several courses worldwide and often competes against his granddaughter.

"He's pretty good. I can't reveal details but we have competitive games," she mentioned.

Kai explained that Trump, who cannot attend, counseled her: "Just don't get nervous."

"My grandpa essentially told me to play and enjoy myself," she explained.

"In my eyes, he's simply a regular grandfather. He can't make it this weekend. He's occupied with presidential duties, making him rather occupied."

While still amateur, the golfer has participated in only three events recently and maintains position 461 in the American Junior Golf Association standings.

Yet she can seek guidance from Tiger Woods, in a relationship with Kai's mother.

"He is the top athlete in the world," Kai stated.

"Furthermore, he's a more impressive human being. He told me to go out there, have fun, adapting to the flow."

The golfer will compete against multiple top competitors in women's golf at the competition, such as second-ranked Nelly Korda, British golfer Hull, professional Thompson and last year's winner champion Vu.

The LPGA commented that Kai's presence exposes golf to new audiences, particularly reaching the next generation.

Kai has a massive following and recently launched an exclusive clothing and lifestyle label.

Her first tee time at 17:30 GMT.

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