Kai Trump, president's granddaughter, hospitalized after suffering injury during golf tournament
The 19-year-old underwent surgery on her left wrist at a New York hospital and acknowledged that her recovery will take time. There is still no set date for her return to competition.
President Donald Trump with his granddaughter Kai Trump
Kai Trump, the eldest granddaughter of President Donald Trump, underwent surgery after suffering an injury to her left wrist during a college golf tournament held in September in South Carolina.
The 19-year-old, a member of the University of Miami women's golf team, confirmed the news last Wednesday via her Instagram account, where she shared a photo from her hospital bed with her arm bandaged and supported by a sling.
The injury occurred during the Golfweek Fall Classic, held Sept. 6–8 in Pawleys Island, S.C.
"The best decision for my long-term health"
Although she initially hoped to avoid surgery, the athlete decided to undergo the procedure after consulting with her family, coaches, and medical staff.
"After talks with my family, coaches, and athletic training staff I know I made the best decision for my long-term health and my future in the game I love," she said.
The procedure was performed at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York by Dr. Michelle Carlson, whom Kai publicly thanked for the care she received.
Left wrist surgery due to tendon injuries
According to The New York Post, this is not the first time the president's granddaughter has faced problems with that joint. In January 2026, she previously underwent surgery on her left wrist for tendon injuries and cartilage damage.
"Recovery will take time," the young woman acknowledged, though she assured that she remains positive and is determined to return to competition.
So far, neither the University of Miami nor the medical team has provided an estimated date for her return.
Setback in her first college season
The injury represents a setback in her first college season, although the athlete expressed her intention to return to the course once she has fully recovered.
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