When did Trump play golf with Jon Gruden? Photo sparks row amid health speculations

Trump posts golf photo with ex-Raiders coach Jon Gruden amid health rumors, but sleuths claim it’s from Aug 23, fueling more speculation online.

Published on: Sep 1, 2025, 01:59:26 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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Amid rumors of Donald Trump's health deteriorating, the President on Sunday posted a photo of himself golfing with former Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden. The photo was shared after the POTUS was seen in golf gear earlier as he left the White House for his Virginia country club. But the photo spiked speculation about his health.

President Donald Trump, from left, walks with his grandson Spencer Trump and his granddaughter Kai Trump at the Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Va., Saturday, Aug. 30. (AP)

“Great playing Golf with Jon Gruden—A really nice guy, and true character!” Trump wrote in the caption.

Internet sleuths noticed that the photo was most likely taken on August 23, i.e., last week. They felt so because a photo shared on 23rd August on Gruden's Instagram account shows him golfing in the same gear he is seen in the photo with Trump. The possibility that the photo is from last week was speculated wildly.

Here's the photo:

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A post shared by Jon Gruden (@barstoolgruden)

Rumors of Donald Trump 's health deteriorating circulated on social media after the POTUS' public schedule was empty for a few weeks. '#TrumpIsDead' and '#WhereIsTrump' were trending.

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Trump's Recent Public Appearances

The 79-year-old has since been photographed, first at the White House lawn with his grandchildren on Saturday, and then on Sunday as he left to play golf.

Trump's health has been under the scanner since the President was photographed with bruises on his hand, initially concealed, but later left as it is. His swollen ankles were also noticed on social media during his many public appearances.

It sparked such wild speculation that the White House had to issue a health update, saying that the POTUS has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). Despite the concerns, the White House has maintained that Trump is in "excellent condition."

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Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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