TURNBERRY, Scotland – Cristie Kerr has strong ties to Donald Trump, and she particularly enjoys his golf courses.
She showed that again Thursday with her 6-under-par 66 in the first round of the Ricoh Women’s British Open at Trump Turnberry. She’s one shot behind the leader, Hyo Joo Kim.
Kerr, a two-time major champion, is seeking her first Women’s British Open title. She got off to a fast start with Trump amid the gallery watching the first round.
“Donald and I are pretty good friends,” Trump said. “He’s made me an honorary member of all his courses.