President Trump is celebrating another golf title, but not everyone is buying it. On Sunday, the 80-year-old commander-in-chief announced he had won the senior division club championship at his own Bedminster, New Jersey, course, firing a 70. The win, which Trump says is his 43rd club championship, was quickly met with skepticism from golf fans and critics alike.
NUCLR Golf broke the news on social media, posting: "Firing a score of 70, U.S. President Donald Trump has won another Club Championship. The Sr division title at Bedminster this weekend reportedly marks Trump's 40th Club Championship victory across his golf properties. Thoughts on the W?"
Trump, who has long claimed to be near scratch golfer, has faced questions about his scoring before. But this latest victory has reignited the debate, especially given the venue. The president owns Bedminster, and some are wondering if the home-course advantage extends beyond the fairways.
"So weird that he only wins at his own courses," one fan tweeted. Another added, "Guess he just likes to keep the trophy in his own backyard, because why share the glory when you can hoard it?"
The skepticism isn't just from the usual critics. Even some of his supporters might be raising an eyebrow at the claim of a 70, which is a strong score for any amateur, let alone an octogenarian. One user posted, "No chance he shot a 70. No freaking way."
Others took a more sarcastic tone. "Many say it was the greatest game ever played. People were crying. Some have fainted. I nominate Trump for the FIFA Greatest Player on Your Own Golf Course Prize. The White House has released a video of the game. Anyone who doesn't watch it will be pepper sprayed and deported," joked one commenter.
The political angle is unavoidable. "Congratulations to all the MAGA supporters. Another day of Trump humiliating himself and you by extension," one user wrote. Another added, "Amazing to maintain such a fantastic level of golf while starting and stopping so many wars. Almost unbelievable."
Trump's golf game has been a topic of discussion before, including his controversial handshake with troops and his recent praise of Shohei Ohtani as the best in the game. But this club championship claim might be his most disputed sporting achievement yet.
While Trump is known to be a decent golfer, winning 43 club championships is a remarkable feat. Whether it's a testament to his skill or his ownership of the courses is up for debate. As one fan put it, "We'll let you be the judge of that."
