Grayson Murray has sadly passed away at the age of 30, PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan has announced.
It is with great sadness that Commissioner Jay Monahan has informed the public about the untimely death of Grayson Murray, a two-time winner on the PGA Tour.
At the age of 30, Murray secured his second PGA Tour victory at the Sony Open in January.
However, during the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club, he had to withdraw from the tournament due to illness in the second round. Despite this setback, Murray’s parents requested that the tournament carry on.
Jay Monahan expressed deep sadness as he announced the passing of PGA TOUR player Grayson Murray earlier today. He mentioned being speechless over the tragic news.
The PGA TOUR is like a close-knit family, so when we lose a member, it deeply affects us all. Our hearts go out to Grayson’s loved ones during this difficult time, and we pray that they find comfort and strength.
We expressed our heartfelt condolences to Grayson’s parents and they insisted that we proceed with the tournament, as they believed it is what Grayson would have wanted. Despite the challenges, we are committed to honoring their request.
The PGA TOUR has arranged for grief counselors to be present at the tournament venues, both physically and virtually, for those who may need support. I am currently on my way to Ft. Worth and will provide further updates as soon as possible.
Murray, hailing from Raleigh, North Carolina, embarked on his professional journey in 2015 following an impressive junior and amateur career. He achieved remarkable feats, including three Junior Worlds victories and becoming the second-youngest player to make the cut in Korn Ferry Tour history at just 16 years old.
As a professional golfer, Murray secured an impressive total of seven wins. His initial triumph on the PGA Tour occurred at the 2017 Barbasol Championship, and he later clinched his second title in Hawaii after a span of seven years.
Last year, he secured two victories on the Korn Ferry Tour, adding to his total of three wins on the tour.
Earlier this year, following his victory at the Sony Open, Murray openly discussed his battles with anxiety and depression, along with his intention to motivate others through his experiences.
“I voluntarily spent a month in rehab. It was necessary. It was the right moment. The Lord was watching over me back then, and continues to do so now,” he shared in January.
My narrative is far from over; I believe it is merely commencing. I aspire to motivate many individuals facing their own challenges in the future.
I sense that from this moment onward, I have the potential to become the golfer I have longed to be.
Our thoughts are with Murray’s family and friends.
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