Trump comments on golf ball rollback announcement

President Donald Trump expressed his views on the recent announcement regarding the rollback of golf ball specifications. The USGA and R&A, the governing bodies of golf, had previously proposed changes that would reduce the distance golf balls travel by up to 15 yards for professionals and 5 yards for amateurs, starting in 2028 for professionals and 2030 for amateurs. However, on June 17, 2026, they announced a pause on these plans until at least 2030. Trump praised this decision in a post on Truth Social, stating it was a victory against the proposed changes, which he described as unnecessary and unpopular among players. He argued that the current technology should remain unchanged. The debate over golf ball technology and distance remains contentious within the golfing community, with many acknowledging that advancements have made some courses too short for elite players.