Scotland’s Bob MacIntyre isn’t letting the buzz around Donald Trump’s upcoming visit to Bethpage Black get in the way of his Ryder Cup preparations.
The 29-year-old, who is making his second consecutive appearance for Team Europe, had reporters in stitches during his press conference on Wednesday when asked about the U.S. President’s scheduled arrival for Friday’s fourballs.
Trump, who often speaks proudly of his Scottish heritage, will be at the New York venue amid heightened security measures. But MacIntyre made it clear he wasn’t fazed.
“I just play golf. Politics and stuff is out of my… I mean, I’m not bright enough, for one, to be worrying about politics,” he said candidly. “I’m worrying more about what goes on this week on the golf course.
“As a European, we’ve got a job to do, and that’s to compete as hard as we can and hopefully win the Ryder Cup.”
When pressed on whether Trump’s presence could be a distraction, MacIntyre delivered the four words that ended the session with laughter:
“It’s just another spectator.”
With that, the Scot got up and left the media center, leaving reporters chuckling at his no-nonsense response.
Security Ramps Up Ahead of Trump’s Arrival
Ryder Cup officials have introduced tighter measures ahead of Friday’s session. Items such as golf rangefinders and large umbrellas have been banned from both the course and clubhouse areas to ensure smooth proceedings during Trump’s visit.
While MacIntyre shrugged off the attention, teammate Justin Rose offered a more complimentary take, praising the significance of having the President attend and insisting it won’t prove a distraction for the players.
MacIntyre’s Ryder Cup Record
- Appearances: 1
- Matches: 3
- Record: 2–0–1
- Points Percentage: 83.33%
MacIntyre impressed on his debut in Rome in 2023, finishing unbeaten with two wins and a half-point. Although still chasing his first PGA Tour victory in 2025, his recent consistency has propelled him into the world’s top 10, where he currently sits at No. 9.
With form and confidence on his side, MacIntyre arrives at Bethpage ready to deliver for Europe—regardless of who’s watching from the crowd.
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