The world of golf is mourning the loss of two-time PGA Tour champion Grayson Murray, who tragically passed away on Saturday at the age of 30. The cause of death has not been disclosed. Murray's passing came shortly after he withdrew from the Charles Schwab Challenge due to illness.
Murray, a promising talent in the golfing world, had a career punctuated by victories at the Sony Open this past January and the Barbasol Championship in 2017. He was also known for his candidness about his struggles with depression and alcoholism, revealing in 2023 that he had achieved sobriety.
PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan expressed his grief over Murray's untimely death, stating, “We were devastated to learn — and are heartbroken to share — that PGA Tour player Grayson Murray passed away this morning. The PGA Tour is a family, and when you lose a member of your family, you are never the same."
Monahan further shared that he had reached out to Murray's parents to offer condolences and that they had requested the tournament continue. "They were adamant that Grayson would want us to do so. As difficult as it will be, we want to respect their wishes," he said.
Murray, who turned professional in 2015 after playing collegiately at Wake Forest, East Carolina, and Arizona State, was known for his tenacity on the course. He had 10 top-10 finishes in his career, including making the cut in both major championships this year.
CBS announcer Jim Nantz, while announcing the news during the third round of the Charles Schwab Challenge, became emotional. He said, “It’s a sad day on the PGA tour. And somehow, with heavy hearts, we’re gonna cover a golf tournament after a break. We’re gonna cover it, we’re gonna try as best we can, be as respectful as we can in our tone and in our hearts.”
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