Overview
- Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg is set to stage the DP World Tour’s Irish Open in September 2026, its first time hosting the national championship.
- Eric Trump said his father "really wants" to be at the tournament and credited Rory McIlroy’s support for helping the venue land the event.
- The Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, said there is no indication of an official presidential visit this year and that nothing has been confirmed to the Irish Government.
- Eric Trump reported strong commercial momentum, saying ticket sales are around 30% ahead of comparable years and corporate hospitality is already sold out.
- Friends of the Irish Environment is contesting development plans at Doonbeg over the protected snail Vertigo angustior, as the Trump family highlights planning delays as a barrier to further investment.