Donald Trump unveils gaudy golden statue of himself before $20 million event
The Mirror US • • sports
Key Points:
- A gold statue of Donald Trump was installed at Trump National Doral in Miami ahead of the PGA Tour’s Cadillac Championship, marking the tour’s return to the venue for the first time in a decade and coinciding with the United States' 250th anniversary.
- The statue, created by artist Alan Cottrill and commissioned by a cryptocurrency group, depicts Trump with a raised fist, referencing his survival of an assassination attempt in July 2024.
- The Cadillac Championship features 37 of the top 50 players globally and is the fifth of eight signature events this season, with the course having undergone significant changes, including the introduction of Bermuda grass greens.
- Players like Rickie Fowler and Maverick McNealy commented on the statue’s imposing size and appearance, while others noted the course’s increased difficulty due to weather and new turf conditions.
- Trump National Doral’s Blue Monster course is one of only nine venues on the 2026 PGA Tour schedule with a rich history, joining prestigious courses such as Pebble Beach and Torrey Pines.
