Sad news this morning.
US golfer Arnold Palmer, commonly regarded as one of the finest players in the sport’s history, has sadly passed away at the age of 87.
Palmer is credited with helping to elevate golf from the elite country club pass time to the sport that is played by millions around the world today.
He passed away yesterday at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where he had been undergoing heart tests according to the Pittsburgh Post – Gazette.
“We are deeply saddened by the death of Arnold Palmer, golf’s greatest ambassador, at age 87,” the United States Golfing Association said Sunday night.
Palmer was known at the “the King,” and thrilled fans for decades with his rivalry with Jack Nicklaus, but he was also a mentor to many young players and his name will forever by synonymous with golf.
He won over 90 golf tournaments during his successful career including the Masters four times, the U.S. Open in 1960, and the British Open in 1961 and 1962.
He will be forever remembered as a legend of the game…
None of us will ever be as cool as him. RIP Arnold Palmer pic.twitter.com/0PniS9ZPfL
— Brody Logan (@BrodyLogan) September 26, 2016
Thanks Arnold for your friendship, counsel and a lot of laughs. Your philanthropy and humility are part of your legend.
— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) September 26, 2016
(2/2) It’s hard to imagine golf without you or anyone more important to the game than the King.
— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) September 26, 2016
Sad news Mr Arnold Palmer past away. Golf has lost its King. His legacy will last forever. Thank you for what you have done for golf. #RIP
— Ian Poulter (@IanJamesPoulter) September 26, 2016
Such sad news to hear about passing of #arnoldpalmer. Great memories of him. His legacy in the game & charity will live forever.
— Ernie Els (@TheBig_Easy) September 26, 2016
The King made golf cool.
— David Duval (@david59duval) September 26, 2016
I'll miss you friend #ripTheKING pic.twitter.com/KIoz0CH59F
— Rickie Fowler (@RickieFowler) September 26, 2016
So sad to hear Mr. Palmer has passed away. He touched us all and was an incredible role model. The KING.
— Jason Day (@JDayGolf) September 26, 2016
Remembering the special times I spent with Mr Palmer at Bay Hill. A true pioneer for our sport. Forever remembered. pic.twitter.com/qJQBpDWTWv
— Rory McIlroy (@McIlroyRory) September 26, 2016
