PGA Tour considers moving WGC from Trump’s Doral

In light of Trump’s escalating anti-Islamic rhetoric, including a call for a “total shutdown” of Muslims entering the United States, the PGA Tour, USGA and PGA of America, all of which have formal commitments to play events on Trump-owned or managed courses, have come under pressure to sever ties with the Republican presidential front runner.

On Friday, the PGA Tour has planted the seeds for possibly ending its relationship with Donald Trump and his Trump Doral resort near Miami.

“We continue to stand by our earlier statement, and the statement of other golf organisations, that Mr. Trump’s comments are inconsistent with our strong commitment to an inclusive and welcoming environment in the game of golf,” the PGA Tour said in a statement.

The Tour, which holds the annual WGC-Cadillac Championship at Trump Doral and the Puerto Rico Open at a now-bankrupt facility which licensed Trump’s name to put on the course, will take a look at moving the limited-field, big-money event after next year.

“The PGA Tour has had a 53-year commitment to the Doral community, the greater Miami area and the charities that have benefited from the tournament,” the statement continued. “Given this commitment, we are moving forward with holding the 2016 event at the Blue Monster.

“Immediately after the completion of the 2016 tournament, we will explore all options regarding the event’s future.”

The USGA and PGA of America are yet to offer an update on the status of their events planned for Trump facilites, including the 2017 U.S. Women’s Open and Senior PGA Championship, as well the 2022 PGA Championship.

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