President Donald Trump officially signaled he will likely attend the Irish Open at his Doonbeg resort in County Clare. Speaking in a video to guests at the U.S. ambassador’s Independence Day event in Dublin, he said he hopes to watch Rory McIlroy and other top players. The tournament runs 9‑13 September on the Trump National Golf Club course.

Field strength spikes with back‑to‑back Masters champion McIlroy defending his title, European Ryder Cup star Jon Rahm, Irish major winners Shane Lowry and Padraig Harrington, and England’s Tyrrell Hatton. European captain Luke Donald and Danish brothers Rasmus and Nicolai Hojgaard also line up, promising a high‑quality line‑up that could affect world rankings ahead of the summer majors.

Trump’s appearance would blend politics with sport, underscoring the long‑standing Irish‑American bond he highlighted by noting eleven signers of the Declaration were of Irish descent. With roughly 4,000 guests gathered in Phoenix Park for the celebration, his promise of a “tremendous” event adds publicity to a tournament poised to draw viewership. Local businesses anticipate a boost. The Irish Open will proceed on schedule at Doonbeg.