Rory McIlroy expects President Donald Trump's visit to the Irish Open this week to bring tight security and a distinct atmosphere to the golf tournament. A White House official confirmed last month that Trump plans to attend the event at his own golf course in Doonbeg, Ireland on July 19-23. According to McIlroy, the presence of Trump will require extra measures, but he also acknowledged that Trump's golf resorts have previously hosted various PGA and European Tour events. The Irish Open winner may receive the trophy from Trump himself on Sunday evening.
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President Donald Trump is expected to visit the Irish Open golf tournament at his golf course in Doonbeg, County Clare, Ireland this week. The visit will bring extra security measures, according to a White House official. Golfers and organizers are preparing for the potential logistical challenges that come with hosting a head of state, including limited crowds** on Sunday evening when Trump may present the winner with the trophy. Six-time major winner Rory McIlroy said the atmosphere will be different but expressed gratitude for Trump's support of golf. The Irish Open is being hosted at Doonbeg for the first time.
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He’s a big fan of golf, he’s a wonderful supporter of golf.
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DOONBEG, Ireland (AP) — Rory McIlroy says the expected visit of President Donald Trump this week at the Irish Open poses logistical challenges, and that the atmosphere will be different.
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A White House official said last month that Trump planned to attend the tournament, which is hosted for the first time at his golf course in Doonbeg in County Clare on the country’s Atlantic coast.
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His trip to the course will require extra security measures.
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“It’s going to be different, but the one thing I’d say is his golf resorts have hosted PGA Tour events, European Tour events, LIV events,” McIlroy told BBC Sport.
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“He’s a big fan of golf, he’s a wonderful supporter of golf.
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It’s going to be different with him being here but we’re here to play a golf tournament, and it’s a good golf course, and keep our head down and play.”
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According to the BBC, Trump may present the Irish Open winner with the trophy on Sunday evening.
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“I think the weekend, especially when he’s here, crowds will be limited,” added six-time major winner McIlroy.
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“Obviously, there’s a lot that goes on.
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So, logistically, it provides some challenges, absolutely.
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But at the same time, if he wants to come and watch the Irish Open, who are we to say no?
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The tournament starts Thursday.
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