Golfer Grayson Murray passes away at 30 years old.
In January, Grayson Murray claimed his second PGA title, unfortunately, he's passed away at 30 years old. His death came a day after he pulled out of a current tournament due to illness.
The golf community is grieving for two-time PGA Tour winner Grayson Murray. The tour's website shared the tragic news, confirming that the American passed away on Saturday. Initially, there was no information regarding the cause of death or his background. His management also broke the news but refrained from making any further comments.
The tour officials were heartbroken. Jay Monahan, from the PGA Tour, shared, "I'm at a loss for words. We mourn for Grayson and pray for his loved ones." He had also reached out to Murray's parents to express his deep condolences.
In their conversation, Murray's parents also asked that the ongoing tournament be completed. With a heavy heart, Monahan assured that they would adhere to their wishes. Social media was filled with shocking reactions from Murray's peers.
The very day before his death, Murray had withdrawn from the Fort Worth, Texas tournament due to an unspecified illness. He had only recently made his comeback after tackling alcohol and mental issues. His victory in Hawaii in January marked his second PGA title following his win at the Barbasol Championship in 2017. In 2022, Murray faced a terrifying accident while riding a motor scooter in Bermuda, leaving him with severe injuries.
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Upon learning of Grayson Murray's death, the PGA tour ordered flags to be flown at half-mast as a sign of respect. The tragic news of the two-time PGA Tour winner's death at 30 years old left a void in the golf community, prompting an outpouring of condolences and memories of his golfing achievements.
Source: www.ntv.de
