Twitter reacts as Donald Trump's son opens new golf course

The son of President Donald Trump jetted into Scotland on Wednesday to open a new golf course at Turnberry, sparking a strong reaction on Twitter.

Eric Trump, son of US President Donald Trump, during the opening of the new golf course at Trump Turnberry in Ayrshire. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

Eric Trump cut the ribbon at the new course which has been named after Robert the Bruce, the 14th century Scottish king who is said to have been born at Turnberry Castle.

He walked on to the course with his wife, Lara, who he said was seven months pregnant, and they were accompanied by a band led by a man dressed as the king.

Mr Trump said: “Last time we were here there was a fun slogan ‘make Turnberry great again’.

“I think today we can finally say we made Turnberry great again and I’m incredibly proud of all we accomplished.”

The reaction on Twitter was mixed.

One Twitter user, called @LadyHellsBells, said: “#EricTrump at #Turnberry this morning and I’m 5+ hrs drive away so can’t make it in time. Anyone nearby please give him the welcome he deserves! #resist.”

Eric Trump on the new course with an actor from the Strathleven Artizans as King Robert the Bruce and course designer Martin Ebert.

Echoing that sentiment, @SteveKills posted: “Scottish history according to Trump for American visitors. That man degrades everything.”

Also expressing anger was @TheCastleHunter, who said: “King Robert the Bruce was a champion of the people of Scotland. I can only assume this is some kind of twisted attempt at irony.”

However, others were more supportive, with @samorim77 tweeting: “I’m jealous. I wish I could play that course. Update us with the score.”

Golf photographer David Cannon was also impressed and tweeted: “The #Amazing new 9th @TrumpTurnberry #krtb course #wow!”

And @frenchgranny said: “Class or what?”