The two-time PGA Tour winning athlete, Grayson Murray, has passed away suddenly at the age of 30 after he recently withdrew from the Charles Schwab Challenge.
- May 26, 2024
AceShowbiz - Professional golfer Grayson Murray passed away on May 25 at the age of 30. His unexpected death was confirmed by PGA Tour officials in a statement released on Saturday.
"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," said PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan. "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."
Murray had withdrawn from the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge citing illness one day before his death. His last PGA Tour win came earlier this year at the Sony Open in Hawaii, a victory that marked a significant comeback for the golfer.
Murray's journey in golf began at a young age. He won three consecutive Callaway Junior World Championships from 2006 to 2008 and was a standout junior player. By age 16, he made his first cut on the Korn Ferry Tour, becoming the second-youngest player to achieve that milestone.
Jay Green, Murray's caddie, expressed his sorrow, saying, "Grayson was the absolute best. Not only was he an incredible, thoughtful and generous boss, he was an even better friend. He truly would do anything for anyone. He has the best family, and my heart goes out to them. We will all miss him deeply."
Condolences also poured in from the golfing community, including from golfer Bubba Watson who shared on social media, "Life is so fragile… I was just hugging you at the Masters, telling you how proud of you I am. Thankful to have known you. My deepest condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. He will be missed."
Murray's career highlights include winning the 2017 Barbasol Championship and achieving a career-high 46th in the Official World Golf Ranking after his win at the Sony Open in 2024. Despite his successes, Murray faced personal struggles, including issues with alcohol and mental health.
He openly discussed his battle with depression and anxiety, and his effort to get sober in 2023 was seen as a turning point. "I was young and thought I was invincible. Wasn't doing the correct stuff off the course to really give myself the best chance to succeed out here," he once said. His story, marked by significant achievements and personal hurdles, has inspired many.
As the golfing community continues to honor Murray's legacy, grief counselors have been made available at various PGA and Korn Ferry Tour venues. Monahan has pledged to share more information as it becomes available. For now, Murray's family has requested that the ongoing tournament proceed, honoring what they believe would have been Murray's wishes.
If you or someone you know needs mental health help, text "STRENGTH" to the Crisis Text Line at 741-741 to be connected to a certified crisis counselor. If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, please contact the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.
