Trump showcases Sean Connery impression during opening of Scottish golf course

President Trump Opens New Scottish Golf Course

President Donald Trump inaugurated his new Scottish golf course with a ceremony that included bagpipes, fireworks, and hitting a drive into the first fairway in front of the national media. He also did a Sean Connery impression, claiming the late actor supported the course's development.

Trump thanked everyone involved, mentioning how the land was initially deemed impossible to zone. He recounted Connery's alleged words of support, which he said helped move the project forward.

The president, accompanied by a bagpipe band, made remarks on the fourth day of his Scotland trip. He mentioned his involvement in resolving a border clash between Thailand and Cambodia and upcoming trade talks with the U.S.

Trump, joined by son Eric and two golf pros, became the first person to play the new course, which boasts 36 holes and scenic views of the Scottish countryside. The course includes unique features like holes through dunes, marshes, and natural bunkers.

The opening event was attended by VIPs, including U.S. ambassador to the UK Warren Stephens and sports figures. Trump's company arranged for pro golfers and retired soccer players to play the course, which will host a seniors tournament soon.

Despite controversies and opposition during the course's construction, Trump expressed gratitude for the community's support over time. He emphasized the uniqueness of the course and its significance in the dunes.

The president's trip to Scotland has been marked by branding opportunities, with world leaders visiting his Turnberry course. Trump highlighted the simplicity of naming the new course as the best way to distinguish it from the existing one.