Whitehall officials reportedly engaged with golf authorities about hosting the 2028 Open Championship at Trump Turnberry, following persistent requests from US President Donald Trump.
The discussions are believed to be linked to the UK's efforts to secure a trade deal with the United States. Downing Street has not denied these contacts, but emphasized that the decision ultimately rests with the Royal & Ancient, the independent tournament organizers. The government’s involvement has raised questions about political influence over sporting events.
The controversy centers on whether the UK government sought to curry favor with President Trump by supporting his Scottish golf resort.
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Government spoke to organisers about hosting The Open at Trump's Turnberry course to please golf-loving President
The Prime Minister’s official spokesman did not deny that Whitehall officials had been in contact with the R&A, which organises the tournament, about it being hosted at Donald Trump’s Turnberry course, in South Ayrshire, Scotland, but said the organisation was independent of Government.
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