A Scottish golf course owned by U.S. President Donald Trump, Trump International Golf Links Scotland, is set to host the Scottish Championship on the European tour from August 7-10 after being added to the 2025 schedule. The course, located in Aberdeen, is one of two owned by Trump in Scotland, the other being Trump Turnberry, which has not hosted the British Open since 2009. This marks the first time Trump International will host a European tour event, having previously hosted tournaments on the seniors’ tour. Eric Trump, the executive vice president of the Trump Organization, views this as a significant milestone.

The R&A, organizers of the British Opens, have cited logistical and infrastructure challenges as reasons for Turnberry not hosting the major championship since 2009, possibly due to Trump’s ownership. However, recent statements from the R&A’s new CEO, Mark Darbon, suggest a potential softening of stance regarding Turnberry’s future involvement. Trump International, known for its scenic views of offshore wind turbines near Aberdeen beach, has faced controversy over the Scottish government’s approval of a nearby wind farm, which Trump has criticized as “unsightly.”

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