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Donald Trump, the 78-year-old U.S. President currently serving his second term after being re-elected in November 2024, is known as much for his controversial moments as he is for his politics. While many associate Trump with his brash rhetoric, high-profile business ventures, and polarizing leadership, another lesser-known side of him involves his long-standing love for golf—a sport he not only enjoys but also invests heavily in. However, one incident at a UK golf course reportedly had Trump so outraged that he allegedly demanded a comedian be deported for what he did during the visit.
The event in question stems from a prank carried out by British comedian Lee Nelson—real name Simon Brodkin. Known for his elaborate stunts and mockery of public figures, Brodkin once targeted Trump at one of his luxury golf courses in Scotland. During the visit, Brodkin staged a protest by scattering golf balls adorned with swastikas across the course, right as Trump was giving a press conference. The stunt was designed to mock Trump’s perceived associations with far-right ideologies and sparked an immediate media frenzy.
Trump’s reaction, according to various sources, was one of fury. Beyond calling the prank disrespectful, it’s been reported that he demanded Brodkin be deported for the act. Of course, Trump had no jurisdiction over UK immigration policies, but the statement reflected his well-known intolerance for public embarrassment—especially when it affects his brand.
Golf has long been one of Trump’s favorite pastimes. According to Today’s Golfer, Trump is “a steady single-digit player who hits a solid, deceptively long ball…. and he plays quickly, very quickly.” His courses, sprawling across the U.S., Scotland, and Ireland, are among his proudest investments, and any disruption to the pristine image he cultivates at these resorts is taken personally.
While the prank didn’t lead to any legal consequences for Brodkin, it highlighted how deeply Trump intertwines his personal image with his properties and public appearances. In typical Trump fashion, the incident became another chapter in his storied history of clashes with critics, comedians, and the media.
Even as he deals with the responsibilities of a second presidency, Trump continues to make headlines—on and off the green. Would you like a version of this with a more humorous or serious tone?
