Two-time PGA Tour champion Grayson Murray has tragically passed away at the age of 30.
The PGA Tour have confirmed the death of the American, who was found dead at his home on Saturday.
Murray only withdrew from playing at the Charles Schwab Challenge event on Friday due to illness.
And now it has been announced that the North Carolina native, who won the Sony Open in Hawaii in Janaury, has sadly died.
A statement from PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan said: “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. 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.
“I reached out to Grayson’s parents to offer our deepest condolences, and during that conversation, they asked that we continue with tournament play.
“They were adamant that Grayson would want us to do so. As difficult as it will be, we want to respect their wishes.”
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- PGA Tour star Grayson Murray passes away aged 30 following withdrawal from Charles Schwab Challenge
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