Donald Trump, the former President of the United States of America, is a devotee of the game of golf. In fact, time and again, through his associations and involvement in the sport, the Ex-POTUS has showcased his loyalty to the game, especially LIV Golf. One such consortium with the 77-year-old is through the chains of Trump National Golf Club.
However, this time, as the link between the Saudi-backed league and Donald Trump came forward, it wasn’t his courses or him playing at the pro-am. In fact, it featured a longtime compatriot, Dustin Johnson. While this unsolicited association was stubble, golf enthusiasts did not shy away from putting forth a shocking verdict.
Donald Trump has deep roots in the Dustin Johnson household
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Undoubtedly, the former US President and the unorthodox LIV Golf have intermittently been talked about for some time now. However, mostly, it was in accordance with Donald Trump’s golf courses being used as venues for LIV events. Interestingly, this time once again, Trump National Golf Club is in the mix but not as a host; instead, its presence was made noticeable through its logo usage.
Elaborating on the same, the unique light golden-colored emblem, a.k.a. the ‘Trump Golf’ logo, was seen sported by Austin Johnson. AJ is the younger brother of the 4Aces’ captain, Dustin Johnson, and coincidentally also caddies for him. Wearing a turquoise shirt, the caddie could be witnessed holding something in his hand. This allowed the viewers to focus on the new logo that was adorned on his short sleeve in its iconic golden,
Love to see Austin Johnson, DJ’s brother and caddie, sporting a big “Trump Golf” logo on his sleeve.
Making the President proud! pic.twitter.com/qoRV6fjVuC
— LIV Golf Nation (@LIVGolfNation) August 2, 2023
LIV Golf Nation was quick to catch the logo and tweeted a picture highlighting the symbol. They wrote, “Love to see Austin Johnson sporting a big “Trump Golf” logo on his sleeve. Making the President proud!” Consequently, as soon as the post was up, the golf audience couldn’t help but put forth their opinion regarding the same. Some of the enthusiasts supported the new move, while others voiced their disdain for it.
With the new logo alert, the golf community can’t help but put their two cents in
It is almost unlikely for a topic to involve arguably the two most controversial entities—Donald Trump and LIV Golf—and for the golf world not to have an opinion on it. Hence, it was not surprising at all for fans to speak up when Austin Johnson’s visuals with the Trump golf logo came forth. Some of the users appeared to be in favor of this association. They said:
One of the sickest logos I have seen👊🙌
— Lee Richardson (@WilliamLeeRich) August 2, 2023
Trump Forever!!!! https://t.co/0SUEE3IoJs
— Cajun Patriot (@CajunGh0st) August 3, 2023
Alpha males. Both of them.
— Nick Adams (Alpha Male) (@NickAdamsinUSA) August 2, 2023
Others did not put forward their words in approval of Caddie’s action and instead called out the league.
LIV, constantly trying to bring Politics into golf..
— Frank McDermott (@frankgj03) August 2, 2023
Cringe. Detest that golf was made political. 💔
— CFLNumber1Fan-Sharon (@CFLNumber1Fan) August 3, 2023
One of the fans, in particular, voiced his disagreement with the use of the logo from a more neutral stance.
You really love Trump don't you? I'm a massive LIV fan but let's not mix the two.
— Daniel Marshall (@BruffBloke) August 2, 2023
While sides were being taken, a couple of tweets focused on correcting the source tweet.
Actually he’s not the President. He lost the election.
— Bruce Delahorne (@bdelahorne) August 2, 2023
*former president
— 🌈 Jay Pea 🇾🇪 (@JayPea_JP) August 2, 2023
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Meanwhile, one of the commenters delivered their stance carefully wrapped in sarcasm.
Everyone had to have a hero I guess
— Anthony Sanchez (@AntSan416) August 3, 2023
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With all these comments flooding in, it is quite clear that the fans were divided in their opinion about the application of the distinct logo. But what do you think about the use of the Trump golf symbol by the LIV member? Do you agree with your fellow enthusiasts? Let us know in the comments!
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