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politics7 hours ago•8 min saved

Trump's Medinah Visit: A Polarizing Spectacle Amid U.S. Golf Victory

President Donald Trump attended the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club, delivering a brief speech to a largely receptive crowd while facing protests outside. The U.S. team, captained by Brandt Snedeker, secured its 11th consecutive title with a dramatic comeback, erasing a deficit to win 17-13. Trump's presence highlighted political divisions, with supporters praising his patriotism and critics arguing his focus on golf distracts from urgent national issues like the Iran war and high inflation.

via independent.co.uk|

#adam-scott #brandt-snedeker #donald-trump

politics8 hours ago•13 min saved

Trump’s Presidents Cup Speech Sparks Debate Over National Priorities

President Donald Trump attended the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club, where the U.S. team secured its 11th consecutive victory. While the crowd inside the venue was largely receptive, critics and protesters outside argued that his focus on golf distracts from urgent issues like the Iran war and high inflation. Trump claimed the event was a historic win for the country, but opponents noted the economic strain on Americans.

via HuffPost|

#donald-trump #golf #medinah-country-club

sports12 hours ago•2 min saved

U.S. Clinches 11th Straight Presidents Cup with Record Final-Day Comeback at Medinah

The United States defeated the International team 17-13 to secure its 11th consecutive Presidents Cup title at Medinah Country Club. Despite trailing 10.5-7.5 entering the final day, the U.S. won nine of the 12 singles matches to complete a historic comeback. Rookie Jacob Bridgeman secured the winning point with a par putt on the 18th hole, while President Donald Trump, serving as honorary chairman, presented the trophy and received credit from captain Brandt Snedeker for boosting team morale.

via NBC Sports|

#brandt-snedeker #golf #medinah-country-club

sports1 day ago•15 min saved

U.S. Completes Historic Presidents Cup Comeback at Medinah, Extending Streak to 11

The United States defeated the International team 17-13 to win its 11th consecutive Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club. The Americans erased a three-point deficit by winning nine of the final 12 singles matches, a record performance on the final day. Rookie Jacob Bridgeman secured the winning point with a par putt on the 18th hole.

via golfchannel.com|

#golf #medinah-country-club #presidents-cup

sports1 day ago

U.S. Clinches 11th Straight Presidents Cup with Dramatic Comeback at Medinah

The United States defeated the International team 17-13 to win the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club in Illinois. President Donald Trump, serving as honorary chairman, attended the final day and presented the trophy after the U.S. erased a 10.5-7.5 deficit. Captain Brandt Snedeker credited Trump's presence for motivating the team's final-day surge, while rookie Jacob Bridgeman secured the winning point with a par putt on the 18th hole.

via USA Today|

#donald-trump #golf #medinah-country-club

sports1 day ago

U.S. Erases Three-Point Deficit to Claim 11th Straight Presidents Cup at Medinah

The U.S. team secured its 11th consecutive Presidents Cup title with a 17-13 victory over the Internationals at Medinah Country Club, overcoming a three-point deficit entering the final day. Captain Brandt Snedeker credited President Donald Trump for boosting team morale, while rookie Jacob Bridgeman clinched the decisive point. The Americans won nine of the 12 singles matches on Sunday, reversing a 10.5-7.5 deficit from the previous day. Key performances by Cameron Young, Scottie Scheffler, and Collin Morikawa helped stabilize the team, while Tom Kim led the International side with four points. The result extends the U.S. dominance on home soil, where they have won all eight previous editions.

via PGA Tour|

#brandt-snedeker #golf #medinah-country-club

politics1 day ago•2 min saved

Trump’s Medinah Visit Sparks Security Surge and Protests at Presidents Cup Finale

President Donald Trump attended the final day of the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club in suburban Chicago, serving as honorary chairman for the second time. His visit triggered a massive security operation, including TSA-style screening for 30,000 daily attendees and a temporary ground stop at O'Hare Airport. While supporters cheered his arrival, protesters clashed with police outside the venue. Trump kept his speech brief, stating the crowd wanted to watch golf, and the U.S. team ultimately secured the title despite trailing for the first time in 32 years.

via NBC 5 Chicago|

#donald-trump #medinah-country-club #politics

golf1 day ago

U.S. Faces Historic Deficit as 12 Singles Matches Kick Off at Medinah

The 2026 Presidents Cup concludes Sunday at Medinah Country Club with 12 singles matches. The International team leads 10.5-7.5, putting them on the path to their second-ever Cup win. The U.S. team must win 10 of the 12 singles to secure their 11th consecutive title, a feat they have never achieved while trailing on the final day on home soil. Matches begin at 12:02 p.m. ET, featuring top pairings such as Scottie Scheffler against Nico Echavarria and Patrick Cantlay against Adam Scott.

via NBC Sports|

#golf #international-team #medinah-country-club

sports-and-politics1 day ago•2 min saved

Trump Returns to Medinah for Presidents Cup Final Round Amid Heightened Security and Protests

President Donald Trump attended the final day of the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club in suburban Chicago on Sunday, marking his second time serving as honorary chairman. The visit triggered significant security measures, including a temporary ground stop at O'Hare Airport and multi-layered screening for spectators. While Trump kept his remarks brief, citing a desire to let the golf speak for itself, the event drew both supporters and protesters. The U.S. team, captained by Brandt Snedeker, faced a rare deficit on the final day, trailing the International team for the first time in 32 years.

via NBC 5 Chicago|

#donald-trump #golf #medinah-country-club

sports2 days ago•17 min saved

Internationals Seize Historic 10.5-7.5 Lead in 2026 Presidents Cup

The International Team holds a 10.5-7.5 lead over the United States heading into the final day of the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club. After a 7-3 loss on Friday, the U.S. won Saturday morning fourballs 2.5-1.5 but lost the afternoon foursomes 2-2, allowing the Internationals to take the lead for the first time in history on U.S. soil. The U.S. must win at least seven of the 12 singles matches on Sunday to retain the cup.

via Golf Channel|

#golf #international-team #medinah-country-club

sports2 days ago

U.S. Team USA fights back at Medinah as Internationals hold 8.5-5.5 lead

The 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club in Chicago is in its third day, with the International team holding an 8.5-5.5 lead after Saturday's morning foursomes. The U.S. team, trailing 7-3 after Friday's 5-0 sweep by the Internationals, managed to claw back points on Saturday morning, including a full point from Chris Gotterup and Cameron Young, and a late surge by Sam Burns and Scottie Scheffler. The U.S. team now trails by 3 points heading into Saturday's afternoon foursomes, where they must secure at least one point to avoid a larger deficit before Sunday's singles. Scottie Scheffler, the world No. 1, was rested for the afternoon session by captain Brandt Snedeker, a decision that drew scrutiny given the team's deficit. The Internationals, led by Adam Scott, are aiming for their first Presidents Cup victory since 1998, while the U.S. seeks its 11th consecutive title.

via PGA Tour|

#golf #medinah-country-club #presidents-cup

sports2 days ago•4 min saved

Internationals Sweep Foursomes, Seize 7-3 Lead in 2026 Presidents Cup

The International Team secured a decisive 7-3 lead in the 2026 Presidents Cup after sweeping all five foursomes matches at Medinah Country Club on September 25. This result marks the second consecutive biennial event where the Internationals have won the Friday foursomes session, reversing the U.S. team's historical dominance in this format. The U.S. team, led by captain Brandt Snedeker, struggled with putting and course conditions, while the Internationals capitalized on firm greens and strategic pairings. The U.S. now enters Saturday's fourball session as slight underdogs, having lost all five matches on Friday.

via Golf Channel|

#golf #international-team #medinah-country-club

golf3 days ago•2 min saved

U.S. and Internationals Set Foursomes Lineups for 2026 Presidents Cup Day 2

The 2026 Presidents Cup moves to alternate-shot foursomes at Medinah Country Club on Friday, September 25, with the U.S. holding a 3-2 lead after the opening fourball session. Captain Brandt Snedeker re-paired Scottie Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns, while International captain Geoff Ogilvy rested Ryo Hisatsune and Nico Echavarria. The day features five matches, culminating in a rematch between Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele against Tom Kim and Si Woo Kim.

via NBC Sports|

#golf #medinah-country-club #patrick-cantlay

golf4 days ago•1 min saved

Snedeker Pairs Scheffler and Burns to Open U.S. Push for 11th Straight Presidents Cup Title

The 2026 Presidents Cup began Thursday at Medinah Country Club with five fourball matches, as the U.S. team seeks an 11th consecutive title. Captain Brandt Snedeker paired world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler with Sam Burns in the opening match against Sungjae Im and Min Woo Lee. The U.S. is favored in the first two matchups, while the Internationals are favored in the final two, including a rematch of the two Kims against Patrick Cantlay and Chris Gotterup. Coverage is available on Golf Channel.

via NBC Sports|

#golf #jackson-koivun #medinah-country-club

sports5 days ago

2026 Presidents Cup Kicks Off at Medinah with U.S. Favored to Extend 10-Year Streak

The 16th Presidents Cup begins Thursday at Medinah Country Club in Chicago, where the U.S. team seeks an 11th consecutive title against the Internationals. Coverage spans Golf Channel and NBC, with approximately 35,000 fans expected daily. President Donald Trump is expected to visit the venue, prompting security coordination. The U.S. squad features world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, while the Internationals are led by Adam Scott.

via PGA Tour|

#adam-scott #golf #medinah-country-club