🔗 Share this article The former president's Family Member Seeks Expert Guidance from Golf Legend Woods Ahead of Professional Golf Debut This young athlete maintains substantial online following The young golfer will have numerous high-profile supporters when she makes her first LPGA appearance on Thursday. The 18-year-old athlete, who is connected to Donald Trump, was granted a sponsor's invitation to play at the Annika competition in Florida. Her grandfather, someone who loves golf, owns several golf courses and often plays against Kai. "He's fairly competent. I shouldn't elaborate but we play some close matches," she mentioned. The golfer shared that her grandfather, who cannot attend, told her: "Just stay calm." "My grandpa basically suggested to go out there and have fun," she explained. "From my perspective, he's simply a regular grandfather. He won't be there for the tournament. He's busy with running the country, so he's somewhat preoccupied." Being non-professional, the golfer has participated in only three events in 2024 and holds position 461 in the American Junior Golf Association rankings. Yet she can seek guidance from Tiger Woods, in a relationship with her mother. "He represents the greatest golfer globally," Kai stated. "Additionally, he's a more impressive human being. He suggested me to go out there, enjoy myself, adapting to whatever happens." She'll challenge multiple most prominent players in the sport at the competition, featuring world number two Nelly Korda, British golfer Hull, Lexi Thompson and last year's winner Lilia Vu. The LPGA mentioned that Kai's presence exposes golf to new audiences, especially among the next generation. The social media influencer boasts substantial online presence and has started a personal fashion and living label. Her first tee time at 17:30 GMT.