Chances are, you’ve already decided who you will vote for on Nov. 8. Sure, we still have to live through (suffer through?) the debates, but most people have their minds made up at this stage of the game.
However, if you’re still undecided, and you’re a die-hard sports fan, maybe Donald Trump’s stand on a variety of sports issues can sway you in one way or the other. The Donald is obviously not shy about giving his opinion, blasting people on Twitter or worrying about facts.
This holds true when it comes to Trump’s takes on sports, too.
Let’s take a trip down memory lane and see where the Republican nominee has stood on a slew of athletes, teams and leagues over the years.
Trump recently said black people should vote for him because they have nothing to lose. It seems he once applied that same philosophy to a popular quarterback-turned-baseball player.
I just don't know why some of these NFL teams with lousy quarterbacks don't give Tim Tebow a chance – what do they have to lose?
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 29, 2013
Exciting? Maybe. Good? Not so much.
Teams are making a big mistake not taking Johnny Manziel – he is going to be really good (and exciting to watch).
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 9, 2014
As we all know, Tom Brady is currently serving a four-game suspension because of the Deflategate debacle.
I hope Tom Brady sues the hell out of the @nfl for incompetence & defamation. They will drop the case against him–and he will win.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 13, 2015
Or because of a conspiracy and jealousy.
People are so jealous of Tom Brady and the Patriots. No court could convict based on the evidence.They can't beat him on the field, so this!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 11, 2015
You can be an @nfl player with murder charges and not be suspended. Yet with NO EVIDENCE, @nfl targeted Tom Brady. B.S.!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 13, 2015
Maybe Brady ended up with the harsh penalty because NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell took Trump’s advice.
Roger Goodell must stop apologizing to everyone who will listen and toughen up. His street smart players are laughing at him and the NFL!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 19, 2014
Either way, Trump really, really, really loves Tawmy.
To Tom Brady @patriots and Gisele–Best wishes on the birth of your daughter. Tom is a great player and great friend.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 7, 2012
Congratulations to Tom Brady @Patriots — he is a great quarterback and a great champion!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 14, 2013
Tom Brady is a good friend of mine, a great player, a great guy and a total winner! Fantastic comeback win-this is what our country needs!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 25, 2013
Tom Brady played great today. He is a total champ and a really nice guy, a rare combination!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 23, 2014
Tom Brady would have won if he was throwing a soccer ball. He is my friend and a total winner! @Patriots
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 8, 2015
One player Trump does not like, however, is the currently unemployed Alex Rodriguez. It seems Donald has a very big issue with the former Yankees slugger using PEDs.
Just like @Yankee organization, I can’t wait for @MLB to suspend A-Rod. Will be a great day for the sport.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 31, 2013
A-Rod’s appeal will go nowhere. He will get a long suspension. Good for the @Yankees. And sends strong message to @MLB players.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 2, 2013
Druggie A-Rod, @MLB’s biggest fraud, is lucky George Steinbrenner is no longer with us. @Yankees would have voided his contract.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 17, 2013
Druggie @AROD is now scheming to sue the @Yankees. He will go down as the biggest sports embarrassment of all time.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 26, 2013
The @Yankees must re-negotiate @AROD's contract. He is not the same player without drugs.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 21, 2012
A-Rod has disgraced the blessed @Yankees organization, lied to the fans & embarrassed NYC. He does not deserve to wear the pinstripes.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 5, 2013
A-Rod @Yankees had hip surgery & will be out 6 months. Do you notice all the “druggies” have bad hips.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 4, 2012
A-Rod was not Trump’s only punching bag. After his supposed $1 billion bid to buy the Buffalo Bills was turned down, the former USFL team owner went after the NFL’s quality of play and ratings:
Referees are destroying the enjoyment of NFL games. Slowing down the fun. Big shots. Jets game is ridiculous!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 22, 2013
The @nfl games are so boring now that actually, I’m glad I didn’t get the Bills. Boring games, too many flags, too soft!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 13, 2014
Wow. @nfl ratings are down big league. Glad I didn't get the Bills. Rather be lucky than good.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 10, 2014
The @nfl ratings continue to fall every week and will keep dropping. Boring games–too many flags–too soft!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 10, 2014
The NFL has just barred ball carriers from using helmet as contact. What is happening to the sport? The beginning of the end.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 20, 2013
One sports figure Trump seems to have forgiven for the past sin of betting on baseball, though, is the sport’s hit king.
Come on MLB, do the right thing! Let @PeteRose_14 into the Hall. No drugs—just hard work and talent!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 10, 2013
All time hit leader Pete Rose should now be in the Baseball Hall Of Fame. He has paid his penalty!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 17, 2013
Why has all time hits leader Pete Rose paid a 20 year price whrn A-Rod gets 200 game penalty. It's time to let Pete into The Hall of Fame!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 6, 2013
It's time to let Pete Rose, the all time hits leader, into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Enough already!!!!!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 17, 2014
Trump has affection for another athlete, and has even played the anti-Skip Bayless role on Twitter.
Great shot by @KingJames yesterday. Lebron is a tough competitor who delivers under pressure.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 11, 2015
Congratulations to @KingJames on winning Athlete of the Year in last night’s @ESPYS. LeBron is also a great guy!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 18, 2013
"@IcyJordan: @realDonaldTrump do you like LeBron as a player and person? @KingJames" LeBron is a great player and a great guy!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 17, 2013
As one of Miamii's largest landowners, I am pulling for the @MiamiHEAT in the @NBA finals. Lebron's time is now! @KingJames
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 12, 2012
After his stint as New Jersey Generals owner, perhaps Trump’s biggest foray into the sports world was making a few appearances in the WWE. In case you didn’t know, Trump is actually a WWE Hall of Famer. And he has no problem reminding you of that high honor.
Today in history WrestleMania 23: I shave @VinceMcMahon's hair–highest rated show in WWE history @WrestleFact pic.twitter.com/7su88r1Mr0
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 1, 2014
Why did Vince and the WWE give my speech and segment the most time last night on USA Network – because that's what people want to see!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 10, 2013
Sorry losers and haters, but I LOVED the great energy in Madison Square Garden during my speech. The WWE thought it was incredible – it was!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 10, 2013
It is a great honor for me to be inducted into the @WWE Hall of Fame. This will take place on April 6…
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 26, 2013
Tell me, which is “cooler”—my induction into the @WWE Hall of Fame or my Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 5, 2013
I'm getting ready to be inducted tonight into the WWE Hall of Fame at Madison Square Garden – a great honor for me and the Trump family!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 6, 2013
Last but not least, we’ll close out our look at Trump’s history of tweeting about sports with an NBA observation.
I'm watching Knicks game-I'd bet all of those guys with the terrible tattoos wish they never got them-too bad, too late!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 19, 2013
