The vote comes four days after the Trump-fueled riot at the
nation’s Capitol as Congress was certifying the election victory of
President-elect Joe Biden. This is the second time in just over five years the
PGA of America removed one of its events from a Trump course.
In a video posted on the organisation’s website, Richerson
added that hosting the tournament at the course in New Jersey would tarnish the
PGA of America’s image. It did not disclose a replacement venue.
“It has become clear that conducting the PGA Championship at
Trump Bedminster would be detrimental to the PGA of America brand and would put
at risk the PGA’s ability to deliver our many programs and sustain the
longevity of our mission.”
A representative for the Trump Organization said they were
“incredibly disappointed” with the decision.
“We have had a beautiful partnership with the PGA of America
... This is a breach of a binding contract and they have no right to terminate
the agreement,” the representative said.
“As an organisation we have invested many millions of
dollars in the 2022 PGA Championship at Trump National Golf Club, Bedminster.
“We will continue to promote the game of golf on every level
and remain focused on operating the finest golf courses anywhere in the world.”
Decision follows US Capitol debacle
The decision to move the men’s major comes after the US
president exhorted thousands of supporters to march on the Capitol on Wednesday
as Congress met to certify his defeat to Joe Biden, prompting chaos in which
crowds breached the building and forced the evacuation of both chambers.
Five people died in the rampage by Trump’s backers after a
fiery speech denouncing the November 3 election results by the Republican
president.
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