Former US President Donald Trump has reignited his long-running golf rivalry with current President Joe Biden, showcasing his own skills while delivering sharp criticism of his political opponent's abilities on the course.
Trump's Viral Golf Moment
In a display of sporting prowess, Donald Trump demonstrated his golfing skills alongside prominent sports figures. The former president posted a video featuring himself with LIV Golf star Brooks Koepka, NHL legend Wayne Gretzky, and Fox News anchor Bret Baier. The clip captured a perfect moment as Trump lined up a chip shot, took several practice swings, and successfully rolled the ball straight into the hole.
Trump proudly captioned his social media post with the triumphant statement: "Winning is always nice!" This public display of golf excellence came shortly after he targeted President Biden's golf abilities during a Thanksgiving video call with US military personnel.
Military Call Sparks Golf Feud
During the video conference from the White House, a petty officer directly asked Trump about his "true golf handicap" and whether he would ever compete against Biden in a match. Trump responded with characteristic confidence, stating: "I mean, I've invited him, but he doesn't want to show up."
The former president didn't hold back in his assessment of Biden's golf skills, particularly criticizing his swing. "Biden can't hit a ball 30 yards," Trump claimed during the military call. He expressed particular annoyance about Biden's handicap claims: "He said he was a six handicapper. That was the only thing that made me angry."
Trump also reminded service members of what he characterized as Biden backtracking during the 2024 debate: "He said he was a six... Then he said, 'Well, I'm an eight.' I said, 'That was quick.'"
Trump's Golf Achievements and Claims
The former president extensively detailed his own golf accomplishments, highlighting statistics he frequently references in public appearances. Trump announced that he has won "38 club championships" despite claiming he doesn't get much practice time.
He emphasized his recent competitive success by revealing: "I beat a 27-year-old kid... The fairway doesn't know how old you are." This comment about defeating a much younger opponent came as he described winning a championship just last year.
While Trump didn't provide a specific number for his current handicap, he insisted it remains at an elite level: "I've got to be right around scratch or better." He bolstered this claim by referencing a victory over a highly skilled opponent: "I beat a plus-three... So, I'm a good golfer."
The very public exchange about golf capabilities between the current and former presidents continues a pattern of competitive banter that has become a recurring theme in American politics, with both leaders using sporting prowess as a measure of vitality and competence.
