Amid talk about a commercial war, Trump's tariff also raised questions about the atmosphere in the various sporting events of the host, not the least of which is the Rider Cup in the United States later this year.
With the criticism of European Union leaders from this policy, it will be surprising if hostile emotions are intensified among American fans.
Then there is the 2026 World Cup, in which the United States participates alongside Mexico and Canada.
In January, Trump pledged 25 % tariffs on imports from neighboring countries – the largest commercial partner in America – in a move he said was designed to address the entry of opium fentian to the United States, and large quantities of unconventional immigrants who faced the borders of the United States, as well as the trade deficit.
Last month, Trump claimed that political and economic tensions between the United States and its harassment in the World Cup will be good for the tournament. “I think it will make it more exciting. Stress is good,” He said.
He also declared Forming the World Cup work teamand external Who will head it to ensure the tournament is running smoothly. FIFA was contacted to comment on their response to the US President's tariff.
But Trump's protective policies raise dangerous questions about the preparation of the three countries and their ability to work together, for example, or to ensure that fans can obtain entry visas, and then pass easily across the border.
With imported materials such as steel and aluminum more expensive, there may also be concerns about the development of the tournament's infrastructure.
Trump also spoke provocatively about making Canada the “51st country”, which led to the American anthem by Canadian fans. In NBA and NHL equipment.
Can additional tensions mean that these scenes are repeated in the World Cup or even the Olympic Games?
“Countries and cities are hosting global sporting events for various reasons, from promoting reputation and global investment leadership, to sending a message to the world that you are open, awesome and equipped to do business. It seems that there can be nothing beyond the truth regarding America Trump,” Zerrava says.
“It is not just a tariff. From forced repetition, hostility to the European Union and NATO, to a possible acquisition of Greenland and bad blood with Canada. All this makes it a very difficult background for the 2026 World Cup and La Games in 2028 to enhance that narration.”
IOC has been contacted to comment. The BBC Sport told them that they are confident that Trump's love for sport – and his desire for Los Angeles 2028 to be a successful global platform at the end of his second term in his position – does not guarantee that preparations for the Olympics do not come out through geopolitics.