In the aftermath of a heated Ryder Cup that saw emotions spill over both on and off the course, former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly reached out to Rory McIlroy with a private message — and, as expected, it didn’t go unnoticed.
McIlroy, who played a pivotal role in Team Europe’s victory, was at the center of controversy following several fiery exchanges with members of Team USA. The Northern Irishman’s passion and visible frustration during the tournament became one of the biggest talking points of the week, drawing both criticism and admiration from fans and players alike.
According to reports, Trump — a longtime golf enthusiast and owner of several golf courses — sent McIlroy a congratulatory text acknowledging his performance and competitive fire. In his message, Trump is believed to have written that McIlroy “played like a true champion” and showed “the kind of winning spirit that makes golf exciting again.”
While Trump and McIlroy haven’t always seen eye-to-eye politically — with McIlroy previously declining invitations to play golf with the former President during his time in office — their mutual respect for the game has remained evident.
A source close to the situation told reporters, “President Trump appreciated Rory’s fight and focus. He knows how much pressure comes with representing your side in an event like that and wanted to recognize him for handling it like a pro.”
The message comes amid renewed attention on Trump’s continued influence in the golf world, particularly through LIV Golf, which has hosted several events at Trump-owned courses. McIlroy, a vocal critic of LIV in the past, has recently softened his stance — another factor that could explain Trump’s outreach.
Although McIlroy has not publicly commented on the alleged text, fans on social media have been quick to react. Some praised the gesture as “a classy move,” while others viewed it as a strategic attempt by Trump to align himself with one of golf’s biggest stars once again.
Regardless of the intent, one thing is certain — few figures in golf spark headlines quite like Rory McIlroy and Donald Trump. And when their worlds collide, the spotlight only gets brighter.
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