The PGA Tour has announced the tragic death of Grayson Murray at the age of 30, just one day after he withdrew from this week’s Charles Schwab Challenge.
The North Carolina native won his second PGA Tour title in January, but on Saturday, PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan confirmed he was “speechless” after Murray died Saturday morning.
“We were devastated to learn, and heartbroken to share, that PGA Tour player Grayson Murray passed away this morning,” 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.”
“I contacted Grayson’s parents to offer our deepest condolences and during that conversation, they asked me to continue with the tournament.
The PGA Tour has announced the tragic death of Grayson Murray at age 30
‘They were convinced that Grayson would want us to do it. As difficult as it may be, we want to respect his wishes.
‘The PGA Tour has grief counselors available at both tournament sites (this week’s PGA Tour and Korn Ferry Tour events), as well as virtually for those not on the course. I’m on my way to Ft. Worth and we’ll share more information when we can.’
Murray was among the participants in this week’s event at Colonial Club until the 16th hole of his second round.
He shot a two-under 68 in his first round, but was five over in his second round when he withdrew from the tournament due to illness.
Murray made his first cut on the Korn Ferry Tour at just 16 years old. He then turned professional in 2015 before winning twice on the PGA Tour. His second and last title came in January, at the Sony Open in Hawaii.