Donald Trump has been appointed as the honorary chairman for the 2026 Presidents Cup, the PGA Tour announced Saturday. The tournament is scheduled to take place from Sept. 22-27 at Medinah Country Club near Chicago.
This marks Trump's second time serving in this capacity, having previously held the position for the 2017 Presidents Cup at Liberty National Golf Club in New Jersey. During that event, he presented the trophy as the U.S. Team defeated the International Team with a score of 19-11.
PGA Tour Commissioner Brian Rolapp highlighted the event's tradition of involving global leaders. "The Presidents Cup has a proud tradition of engaging world leaders from across the globe and across political lines, and President Trump’s involvement continues that legacy," Rolapp stated. He added that Trump's participation is expected to "help elevate the event on the international stage while furthering our mission of bringing people together through the game of golf."
Trump himself expressed his honor in accepting the role via a post on Truth Social, which was later shared by the official White House account on X. "At the request of the PGA Tour, and its Great new Commissioner, Brian Rolapp, it is my Honor to accept being the Honorary Chairman of the upcoming Presidents Cup, which will take place at the Medinah Country Club in Chicago," Trump wrote.
He also noted his anticipation for the event, stating, "This will be a particularly exciting event. Both teams are 'loaded' with Talent. I look forward to being there, and greeting all of these fantastic athletes, on both teams!"
Trump joins a list of seven U.S. presidents who have served as honorary chairman for the Presidents Cup, including Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George H.W. Bush, and Gerald Ford.
For the 2026 competition, a 12-man U.S. Team, captained by Brandt Snedeker, will compete against a 12-man International Team led by Australian Geoff Ogilvy. Captains Snedeker and Ogilvy were present at Medinah Country Club on Oct. 7, 2025, for Captains Day.