Grayson Murray, who won his second PGA TOUR title at this year's Sony Open in Hawaii, passed away Saturday at the age of 30. The cause of death has not been released.
PGA TOUR commissioner Jay Monahan released a statement on Saturday night expressing his condolences on the passing of Grayson Murray.
"We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Grayson Murray," Monahan said. "Grayson was a rising star in our game and a true gentleman. He will be dearly missed by everyone who knew him."
Murray won his first PGA TOUR title at the 2021 Barbasol Championship. He followed that up with a victory at the Sony Open in Hawaii earlier this year.
Murray was a fan favorite, known for his infectious personality and his aggressive style of play. He was also a role model for young golfers, showing that anything is possible with hard work and dedication.
Murray's death is a reminder that life is precious and that we should cherish every moment. He will be remembered as a talented golfer and a wonderful person.
* Murray was born in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 1991. He began playing golf at a young age and quickly showed a natural talent for the game.
* He played college golf at the University of North Carolina, where he was a three-time All-American.
* After graduating from college, Murray turned professional in 2014. He played on the PGA TOUR Latinoamérica for two years before earning his PGA TOUR card in 2016.
* Murray had a successful career on the PGA TOUR, winning two tournaments and finishing in the top 10 of several others.
* He was also a member of the United States team at the 2019 Presidents Cup.
* Murray's death is a huge loss for the PGA TOUR and the entire golf community. He was a rising star with a bright future ahead of him.
* He will be remembered as a talented golfer, a great person, and a true champion.
