Grayson Murray, a 30-year-old golfer on the PGA Tour, died on Saturday morning, according to commissioner Jay Monahan in a press release that stunned golf fans everywhere.
Murray had been in the field for this weekend’s Charles Schwab Challenge, but withdrew after 16 holes on Friday. No cause of death has been announced.
“We were devastated to learn – and are heartbroken to share – that PGA Tour player Grayson Murray passed away this morning. I am at a loss for words,” Monahan said. “The PGA TOUR is a family, and when you lose a member of your family, you are never the same. We mourn Grayson and pray for comfort for his loved ones.”
The Raleigh, North Carolina native had two career wins on Tour, including this year’s Sony Open.
Golfers and fans began sharing tributes to Murray while awaiting more information to become available.
Rest in peace Grayson 🙏
— Byeong Hun An (@ByeongHunAn) May 25, 2024
Trevor Immelman was in tears to open the broadcast when talking about the Grayson Murray news. Powerful and sorrowful.
— Kyle Porter (@KylePorterCBS) May 25, 2024
We will never forget you, Grayson.💔
— NUCLR GOLF (@NUCLRGOLF) May 25, 2024
The PGA Tour just announced player Grayson Murray died this morning. Murray withdrew from the Charles Schwab Challenge due to illness.
Horrible. Murray overcame battles with addiction and mental health and won on tour just four months ago.
— Brody Miller (@BrodyAMiller) May 25, 2024
Damn, man… I hate this. Praying that your troubles are lifted and that you can finally rest with a peaceful mind. Rest in eternal happiness, Grayson. 💔
— Michael Gellerman (@OUknowmike) May 25, 2024
Truly devastating news that Grayson Murray has passed away. He asked me for some advice on how to play Augusta a few months ago, last week I saw him at the PGA Championship, life truly is precious. My condolences and prayers to his whole family that they may find some peace 💔
— Luke Donald (@LukeDonald) May 25, 2024
Grayson Murray’s fianceé, Christiana, shows the group how it’s done. #themasters pic.twitter.com/13b9VTzAev
— The Masters (@TheMasters) April 10, 2024
Jim Nantz at a loss for words as the news of Grayson Murray’s passing occurs at the top of CBS’s coverage. pic.twitter.com/Oun2vqEjCP
— Joe Wright (@Sctvman) May 25, 2024
