US President Donald Trump has officially opened the new course at Trump International Golf Links.
The 18-hole course in Balmedie has been in construction since 2023, when Mr Trump and his son Eric broke ground on the project.
Called the “New Course”, it has been dedicated to the president’s mother, Mary Anne MacLeod, who was born on the Isle of Lewis. It has been described as a “very important part in the future of golf in Scotland”.
In attendance at the opening event were a host of famous faces including former Chelsea FC player Gianfranco Zola, and political figures such as First Minister John Swinney and Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar.
13. The grand opening was a family affair
Donald Trump with his son, Donald Jr (left) and family, with Eric Trump (far right), and Lara Trump. | Lisa Ferguson
14. Workers at Trump International Links Scotland watching
Staff were waiting for the grand opening of the New Course. | Lisa Ferguson
15. A family picture at the Grand Opening of the new Course
President Trump stands with his family, Donald Jnr with his children Spencer and Chloe and Eric Trump with Lara Trump | Lisa Ferguson / The Scotsman
16. President Trump had the first turn at the New Course
President Trump addressed the crowd before teeing off. | Lisa Ferguson / The Scotsman