Global shock: golfer Grayson Murray dies at 30

The American athlete announced this Friday his withdrawal from a competition in Texas. The reasons for his death are unknown.

Grayson Murray dies at age 30. The causes of the athlete’s death are still unknown, but the news surprises the world. Above all to the world of golf. The winner of the Sony Open last January announced his withdrawal from the Chrarles Schwab Challenge competition in Forth Worth, organized in Texas, this Friday, while the second round was taking place. A few hours later, he died.

“We were devastated to learn, and heartbroken to share, that the player passed away this morning. “I remain speechless,” declared the Commissioner of PGA Tour, Jay Monahan. “We are family and when you lose a family member, you will never be the same. “We mourn Grayson and pray for comfort for his loved ones,” he added.

“I contacted his parents to offer our deepest condolences and during that conversation they asked me to continue the tournament. They were convinced that Grayson would want us to do it. As difficult as it may be, we want to respect your wishes. Monahan added.

The American athlete had a record of winning championships mainly in his youth. : three consecutive Callaway World Junior Championships. Then, during the 2016 Korn Ferry Tour, he scored a victory at the Children’s Hospital National Championship. This led to him joining the PGA Tour.

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Source: Latercera

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