The Trump Golf Prank That Went Viral

The Unexpected Prank

In 2016, during the grand reopening of Trump Turnberry in Scotland, comedian Simon Brodkin, aka “Lee Nelson,” shocked then-presidential candidate Donald Trump. Disguised as a Trump supporter, Brodkin handed Trump golf balls marked with swastikas. This unexpected prank quickly turned the event into a viral sensation.

Trump’s Reaction

Trump, visibly shaken, demanded that Brodkin be deported. However, Scottish police calmly escorted the comedian to the airport and humorously told Trump’s team that he had already been “deported.” No charges were filed.

Brodkin’s Intentions

Brodkin, known for pranking public figures like Theresa May and Sepp Blatter, explained that he targets powerful people to expose their contradictions with humor. However, he draws the line at figures like Kim Jong Un or Queen Elizabeth.

The Impact of the Prank

The stunt revealed Trump’s low tolerance for mockery, sparking debates about satire, free speech, and comedy’s role in challenging authority. Years later, it remains one of Brodkin’s most infamous pranks and a defining moment in Trump’s tumultuous relationship with public ridicule.