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Grayson Colby Murray (October 1, 1993 – May 25, 2024) was an American professional golfer. He won two PGA Tour events: the 2017 Barbasol Championship and the 2024 Sony Open in Hawaii.

Key Information

Early life and career

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Murray was born on October 1, 1993, in Raleigh, North Carolina.[2][3] He won three straight Callaway Junior Championships from 2006 to 2008 and was the top-ranked golfer nationally in his age group.[4] Murray attended Leesville Road High School in Raleigh, where he competed in golf and won both a team and individual NCHSAA 4A state championship.[5]

Murray enrolled at Wake Forest University. Uncomfortable there, he transferred to East Carolina University after one semester, but left ECU's golf team after eight weeks due to disagreements with the coach. He committed to transfer to the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, but opted instead to skip a semester. Murray enrolled at Arizona State University in 2014.[6] He played in the 2013 U.S. Open as an amateur.[7]

Professional career

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Murray earned conditional status on the 2016 Web.com Tour by tying for 74th at Q School. A tie for tenth at the Rex Hospital Open in his native North Carolina, in which he competed on a sponsor exemption, gave him entry into the following tournament, where he tied for eighth and guaranteed himself full playing time for the rest of the season. He had four further top 10s, including a playoff loss at the Digital Ally Open, and finished 18th on the regular-season money list, earning a PGA Tour card for 2017.[6] On July 23, 2017, he earned his first PGA Tour victory by winning the Barbasol Championship.[8]

Murray won twice on the Korn Ferry Tour during the 2023 season, winning the AdventHealth Championship and the Simmons Bank Open, the latter being a Korn Ferry Finals event. These results earned Murray a tour card for the 2024 PGA Tour season.[9]

On January 14, 2024, Murray earned his second PGA Tour victory by winning the Sony Open in Hawaii in a playoff.[10]

Personal life and death

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Murray struggled with alcoholism, anxiety, and depression.[11][12] Following the 2014 Southern Amateur, which he walked away from while near the lead, Murray was diagnosed with social anxiety.[6]

In October 2022, Murray was severely injured in a scooter crash in Bermuda before the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, leading him to withdraw from the event.[13][14]

Murray was engaged to Christiana Ritchie as of 2024.[15][16] He was a Christian.[17]

Murray died on May 25, 2024, at his home in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida,[18] at the age of 30. He withdrew from the Charles Schwab Challenge in Fort Worth, Texas, the day before, citing an illness.[19] The next day, his parents confirmed that he had died by suicide.[20][21] Players on the tour honored Murray by wearing red-and-black ribbons during the final round of the Charles Schwab Challenge; Murray had previously worn those colors in a tribute to the Carolina Hurricanes, of which he was a fan.[22]

Amateur wins

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Professional wins (6)

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PGA Tour wins (2)

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No. Date Tournament Winning score To par Margin of
victory 		Runner(s)-up
1 Jul 23, 2017 Barbasol Championship 67-64-64-68=263 −21 1 stroke United States Chad Collins
2 Jan 14, 2024 Sony Open in Hawaii 69-63-64-67=263 −17 Playoff South Korea An Byeong-hun, United States Keegan Bradley

PGA Tour playoff record (1–0)

No. Year Tournament Opponents Result
1 2024 Sony Open in Hawaii South Korea An Byeong-hun, United States Keegan Bradley Won with birdie on first extra hole

Source:[2]

Korn Ferry Tour wins (3)

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Legend
Finals events (2)
Other Korn Ferry Tour (1)
No. Date Tournament Winning score To par Margin of
victory		 Runner(s)-up
1 Sep 25, 2016 Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship 69-67-68-68=272 −12 1 stroke Australia Cameron Smith
2 May 21, 2023 AdventHealth Championship 68-69-64-68=269 −19 1 stroke United States Wilson Furr, United States Rico Hoey
3 Sep 17, 2023 Simmons Bank Open 68-67-70-66=271 −17 3 strokes United States Mason Andersen, United States Carter Jenkins,
United States Jamie Lovemark

Korn Ferry Tour playoff record (0–1)

No. Year Tournament Opponents Result
1 2016 Digital Ally Open United States Wesley Bryan, United States J. T. Poston Bryan won with birdie on second extra hole

Source:[2]

eGolf Professional Tour wins (1)

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No. Date Tournament Winning score To par Margin of
victory 		Runner-up
1 Jul 11, 2015 Imperial Headwear Southern Open 63-64-64-63=254 −26 7 strokes United States Christian Brand

Source:[26]

Other wins (1)

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Results in major championships

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Tournament 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Masters Tournament
U.S. Open CUT
PGA Championship T22
Tournament 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Masters Tournament 51
PGA Championship T43
U.S. Open 63
  Did not play

CUT = missed the half-way cut
"T" indicates a tie for a place
Note: Murray never played in The Open Championship.

Results in The Players Championship

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Tournament 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
The Players Championship T79 T30 CUT C T42

CUT = missed the halfway cut
"T" indicates a tie for a place
C = canceled after the first round due to the COVID-19 pandemic

PGA Tour career summary

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Grayson Murray career statistics[2][28]
Season Starts Cuts
made 		Wins 2nd 3rd Top-10 Top-25 Best
finish 		Earnings
($) 		Money
list rank[29]
2012 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 –
2017 30 18 1 0 0 2 7 1 1,468,728 75
2018 22 15 0 0 0 2 7 8 1,056,628 112
2019 14 5 0 0 0 0 1 T12 125,511 217
2020 14 7 0 0 0 1 1 T10 244,150 179
2021 22 6 0 0 1 1 2 T3 255,130 190
2022 12 4 0 0 0 0 1 T13 218,304 198
2023 13 5 0 0 0 2 3 T6 437,066 182
2024 12 8 1 0 0 2 3 1 2,471,532 371
Career 140 66 2 0 1 10 25 1 6,277,049 306

1 Money list ranking as of May 19, 2024, at the end of his last completed tournament.

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Grayson Murray (October 1, 1993 – May 25, ) was an American professional golfer who achieved two victories amid public battles with , depression, and anxiety. Born in , Murray began playing at a young age and demonstrated early promise by qualifying for the 2009 U.S. Amateur at age 15. He attended briefly before transferring to , where he honed his skills on the collegiate circuit. Turning professional in 2015, Murray quickly made waves by winning his first event, the 2017 Barbasol Championship, at just 23 years old. However, his career soon faced significant setbacks due to personal challenges, including alcohol addiction that led to multiple suspensions from the tour and a widely publicized outburst on in 2021 criticizing the 's support for players' . Murray entered rehabilitation for alcohol dependency in 2021 and achieved in May 2023, crediting the change with revitalizing both his personal life and professional performance. He rebuilt his standing through two victories on the in 2023, earning a return to full status. This resurgence culminated in his second win at the 2024 , where he prevailed in a playoff and openly discussed how had addressed his ongoing struggles with anxiety and self-comparison. Tragically, Murray died by on May 25, 2024, in , at the age of 30, prompting widespread tributes and renewed conversations about in .

Early life and amateur career

Early life

Grayson Murray was born on October 1, 1993, in , to parents and . His family provided a nurturing environment that fostered his early interests, with his parents and sister Erica playing key roles in supporting his pursuits. Murray's introduction to came at a young age, sparked by a deep passion for the sport that led him to practice meticulously, often fully dressing in attire even for casual sessions in the garage with his uncle. His earliest memory was meeting legend at age nine, an encounter that left a lasting impression and is commemorated by a framed autographed photo in his bedroom. This early exposure, combined with his family's encouragement, helped cultivate his competitive drive and technical skills from the outset. Murray attended in Raleigh, where he quickly emerged as a standout in junior . As a in 2010, he won the individual NCHSAA 4A state championship, carding a 4-under-par 68 in the final round to secure the title. His parents' unwavering support was instrumental during these formative years, attending events and providing emotional backing as he balanced academics and .

Amateur achievements

Murray's junior golf career was marked by exceptional success, including victories in three consecutive Callaway Junior World Championships from 2006 to 2008, a feat that positioned him as the top-ranked er in his age group nationally. These triumphs at the prestigious international event for young golfers, held annually in , , highlighted his early dominance and drew widespread attention to his potential as a future professional. At age 15, Murray qualified for the 2009 U.S. Amateur, becoming one of the youngest participants. During his high school years at in , Murray continued to excel, earning three-time All-Conference honors and securing key state-level titles. As a in 2010, he won the individual NCHSAA 4A state championship with a final-round 4-under-par 68 at Pinehurst No. 8, contributing to his team's title as well. He also claimed victory at the 2011 North Carolina High School Invitational, further solidifying his reputation as a leading junior talent in the region. Murray's collegiate journey began in the fall of 2012 at , where he competed in three tournaments and recorded one top-10 finish before transferring after the semester. He attended for the spring 2013 semester, where he competed in four tournaments for , finishing in the top 20 in each. Ultimately, he completed his college career at starting in 2014, playing for the Sun Devils under coach Randy Reiss. A pinnacle of his tenure came in 2013 when, as a 19-year-old, he qualified through sectional play for the U.S. Open at , becoming one of only 10 amateurs in the field. This achievement granted him an exemption into that year's U.S. Amateur and underscored his competitive readiness on a major stage.

Professional career

Entry to professional golf

After completing his college career at , Grayson Murray turned in 2015. Murray began his professional journey on developmental mini-tours, including the in the , where he achieved his first victory at the 2015 Southern Open. There, the 21-year-old fired a final-round 63 to finish at 19-under par, securing the win. To advance to a higher level, Murray competed in the 2015 Qualifying School, advancing through the first and second stages before tying for 74th in the final stage, which granted him conditional status for the 2016 season. Starting with limited starts under conditional status, Murray capitalized on opportunities in his rookie year, posting strong performances that included a victory at the Championship. He ultimately finished second in the 2016 standings, earning full membership for the 2016–17 season. Murray made his PGA Tour debut in the fall of 2016 during the 2016–17 season, initially relying on his earned exemption while navigating the rigors of full-field events as a . Despite early inconsistencies, such as missed cuts in several tournaments, he adapted over the course of the season, making 15 of 29 cuts and demonstrating potential amid the competitive pressures of maintaining playing status.

PGA Tour breakthrough and challenges

Murray secured his first PGA Tour victory at the 2017 Barbasol Championship, held at the Grand National Lake Course in . In the final round, he carded a 3-under-par 68, finishing the tournament at 21-under-par 263, one stroke ahead of runner-up Chad Collins. Murray clinched the win by holing a 5-foot par putt on the 18th green after a challenging week that tested his resilience as a rookie. Following the triumph, Murray enjoyed a strong 2017-18 season, posting several top-20 finishes and earning over $1 million in official prize money, which solidified his status on the . However, his performance declined sharply in the ensuing seasons. In 2018-19, he struggled with consistency, making only about half his cuts and earning just $125,511, a significant drop from the previous year. This poor form continued into the 2019-20 season, leading to the loss of his full PGA Tour card at the end of that campaign and demotion to the for 2020. Murray's challenges extended beyond the course, marked by alcohol-related incidents and violations of PGA Tour conduct policies. In early 2021, during the , he was involved in an alcohol-fueled altercation at a hotel bar near , resulting in a suspension from the Tour and placement on . Later that year, Murray publicly detailed his battles with on , expressing frustration over perceived lack of support from the and admitting to drinking during tournament weeks as a coping mechanism. These issues contributed to further instability, including a self-imposed break from competition in mid-2021 to enter a treatment facility. Despite initial recovery efforts, including time in rehab, Murray faced ongoing ranking struggles through 2022, with frequent missed cuts—such as seven in his last nine starts in 2021—and limited success on conditional status or the . His world ranking plummeted outside the top 600 by mid-2022, reflecting persistent challenges in regaining competitive form amid personal turmoil.

Korn Ferry Tour resurgence and 2024 PGA Tour win

Following his return to the in 2023, Grayson Murray achieved a significant resurgence, securing two victories that propelled him back to the . In May, he won the AdventHealth Championship by one stroke, marking his second career title on the developmental circuit and signaling a return to competitive form after years of struggles. This triumph came seven months after a scooter accident that had sidelined him in October 2022. Building on that momentum, Murray captured his third victory at the Simmons Bank Open in September, finishing three strokes ahead of the field and clinching a top-30 finish on the Points List to earn full status for the 2023-24 season. These successes highlighted his improved consistency and mental resilience. Reinstated to the , Murray competed in the fall portion of the 2023-24 season, including the in November where he gained valuable experience despite missing the cut. His form carried into the new year, culminating in a dramatic second victory at the 2024 . Trailing by one entering the 72nd hole, Murray birdied the par-5 18th to force a three-way playoff with and . On the first extra hole—again the 18th—he drained a 39-foot birdie putt to secure the win, his first title since 2017. This achievement, amid his ongoing commitment to sobriety following prior suspensions, underscored his personal and professional revival. The Sony Open victory elevated Murray to a career-high ranking of No. 46 in the on January 22, 2024. His strong early 2024 form persisted, with solid performances in subsequent events, including a tied for 51st finish at the in April, where he posted rounds of 76-74-78-70 for a total of 10 over par.

Professional wins

PGA Tour wins

Murray secured his first victory at the 2017 Barbasol Championship, held from July 20–23 at the Lake Course of the in . Entering the final round with a two-shot lead, the 23-year-old rookie carded a 3-under-par 68, highlighted by birdies on holes 2, 5, and 16, to finish at 21-under-par 263 and win by one stroke over Chad Collins. This triumph marked his breakthrough as a professional, coming in just his 24th start after earning his card through Q-School the previous fall. Murray's second PGA Tour win came at the 2024 Sony Open in Hawaii, contested January 11–14 at Waialae Country Club in Honolulu. Playing on past champion status from his 2017 victory, he posted rounds of 70-67-68-67 to reach 17-under-par 271, forcing a three-way playoff with and Byeong Hun An after a clutch birdie on the 72nd hole from 3 feet. In the playoff, all three parred the first extra hole (the par-4 18th), but on the second (again the 18th), Murray holed a 40-foot birdie putt to secure the title, his first win in over six years. The victory was deeply emotional, as Murray credited his sobriety and support from his fiancée Christiana and the for his resurgence following battles with alcohol addiction and issues. The 2017 Barbasol win provided Murray with a five-year exemption on the through the 2021–22 season, along with entry into and major championships, elevating his profile as a promising young talent despite subsequent challenges that led to losing his full status. His 2024 Sony Open triumph similarly granted a five-year exemption through the –29 season, two-year entry into , and exemptions into the next three majors (Masters, , and U.S. Open), reigniting his career trajectory after a period of resurgence on the and underscoring his resilience.

Korn Ferry Tour wins

Murray secured his first Korn Ferry Tour victory at the 2016 Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship, held at in . He finished at 12-under par 272, one stroke ahead of Cameron Smith, after rounds of 69-67-68-68. This win, in his debut full season as a professional, propelled him to a second-place finish in the season-long points standings, earning him full membership for the 2016-17 season. Murray's second title came at the 2023 AdventHealth Championship at Blue Hills Country Club in . He posted a tournament-record 19-under par 269, highlighted by a bogey-free 64 in the third round, to win by one stroke over Wilson Furr and Rico Hoey. The victory marked his return to form after personal challenges and contributed significantly to his momentum that season. Later that year, Murray claimed his third win at the 2023 Simmons Bank Open for the Snedeker Foundation, played at The Grove in . He finished at 17-under par 271, three strokes clear of Mason Andersen and , with a final-round 66 sealing the outright victory. This result locked in a top-30 finish on the points list, guaranteeing his return to the for 2024. These three victories were pivotal in Murray's career trajectory, with the 2016 win establishing his early professional credentials and the 2023 triumphs facilitating his reinstatement after a period of adversity.

Other professional wins

Upon turning professional in 2015 following his college career at , Grayson Murray competed on minor professional circuits to build experience and earnings, using these events as foundational steps toward qualifying for higher-level tours like the . His first professional victory came at the Imperial Headwear Southern Open on the , held at Cannon Ball Golf Course in , where he claimed the title and a $13,500 prize. Later that year, Murray secured another win at the 80th New Hampshire Open, an open professional event at Owl's Nest Golf Club in Thornton, . He finished at 16-under-par 200, highlighted by a final-round 64 that included eight birdies, edging out Michael Welch by two strokes for a $7,500 first-place check. These early successes on regional and developmental tours provided crucial momentum and financial support for Murray amid the challenges of transitioning to full-time professional , helping him advance through Web.com Tour (now ) qualifying school stages despite a tie for 74th in the final phase that year.

Performance in major tournaments

Results in major championships

Grayson Murray's major championship record spanned five appearances between his amateur and professional careers, marked by limited success and no finishes inside the top 10. His strongest came early in his professional tenure, but subsequent outings were hampered by missed cuts and middling results, reflecting the challenges he faced in elevating his game to contend in 's most prestigious events. In the , Murray made his debut and only appearance in 2024 at , where he finished tied for 51st after posting scores of 76-74-78-70 for a total of 298 (+10). This result marked a solid but unremarkable major introduction following his Open victory earlier that year, which earned him the invitation. Murray competed in the twice, achieving his career-best major finish in his debut at the 2017 event held at , where he tied for 22nd. He returned in 2024 at , finishing tied for 43rd with rounds of 72-68-71-67 totaling 278 (-6), though he missed the cut in intervening years when qualified. These outings highlighted flashes of potential amid inconsistent form. Murray's U.S. Open record included one amateur start and one professional appearance. As a 19-year-old amateur in 2013 at Merion Golf Club, he missed the cut after shooting 83-81 (+24). Returning as a professional in 2022 at The Country Club, he finished tied for 63rd with scores of 75-67-76-80 for 298 (+18), a result overshadowed by visible frustration during the final round. Murray never qualified for over the course of his career.

Results in

Grayson Murray competed in , the PGA Tour's premier invitational event often dubbed the "fifth major" due to its $25 million purse and elite field at , on four occasions during his professional career. His qualification stemmed from strong prior-season performances, including his 2017 Barbasol Championship victory that granted entry the following year, and his 2024 Sony Open win that secured a spot in the elevated signature event. Murray's best performance came in 2018, where he finished tied for 30th at 8 under par, highlighted by a second-round 68 that positioned him inside the top 20 midway through the tournament. In his debut appearance in 2017, shortly after turning professional, Murray finished tied for 79th at 8 over par, earning $18,900 in a field won by Si Woo Kim. The following year, he improved markedly with rounds of 72-68-69-71, closing strongly on the Stadium Course's demanding back nine to card a final-round 71 despite challenging winds. However, in 2019, Murray struggled with consistency, opening with a 72 before a second-round 78 led to a missed cut at 6 over par. Murray returned to the event in 2024 as a two-time winner, finishing tied for 42nd at 5 under par with scores of 73-69-77-64. His final-round 64, featuring seven birdies and one bogey, showcased a hot on the greens and propelled him 29 spots up the leaderboard, though it was not enough to contend for the title won by . Overall, Murray's results in The Players reflected his career's ups and downs, with solid ball-striking on the par-72 layout offset by occasional putting woes.
YearFinishScore to ParEarningsNotes
2017T79+8$18,900Debut appearance; rounds: 74-72-78-72
2018T30-8$70,180Career-best; strong second round (68)
2019MC+6--Rounds: 72-78
2024T42-5$93,750Final-round 64; qualified via Sony Open win

Personal life

Family and relationships

Grayson Murray was born and raised in Raleigh, North Carolina, to parents Eric and Terry Murray, who played a pivotal role in nurturing his early interest in golf by introducing him to the sport alongside his older brother Cameron when he was eight years old. Throughout his professional career, Eric and Terry provided unwavering support, standing by him during triumphs and setbacks on the PGA Tour. Following his death, they issued a heartfelt statement expressing profound grief and love, noting, "We have spent the last 24 hours trying to come to terms with the fact that our son is gone. It’s surreal that we will miss out on your wedding and seeing our grandbabies born. We love you so much Grayson. You were the best son we could have asked for," while urging others to honor his memory through kindness. In January 2025, Eric and Terry launched the Grayson Murray Foundation to support mental health and addiction care initiatives, continuing their dedication to causes aligned with their son's experiences. In 2025, the foundation awarded the inaugural Be Kind to One Another Legacy Award in May and supported an honorary tee time for Murray at the UNC Health Championship in June. Murray shared a close bond with his siblings, including brother Cameron and sister Erica, and often spoke fondly of his "beautiful nephews" as part of his extended family. The Murray family maintained strong Christian roots, with Grayson crediting his upbringing in a church-going for instilling foundational values, though he noted straying from in his younger adult years before recommitting later in life. This renewed became a significant influence, particularly through his personal relationships, providing him with a sense of peace and purpose. In late 2023, Murray became engaged to Christiana Ritchie, whom he had met in 2021, describing the proposal as "the easiest decision of my life" in a social media post from a Nashville country club. The couple shared a supportive partnership, with Ritchie, an asset manager, accompanying him at events like the 2024 Masters and integrating into his life on and off the course. By 2024, they resided together in , after Murray transitioned from his longtime base in Raleigh to the Palm Beach County area, where he owned a condo and sought a fresh environment conducive to his professional and personal growth.

Health and mental health struggles

Grayson Murray's struggles with began early in his professional career following his breakthrough victory at the 2017 Barbasol Championship, when he was 23 years old. He later admitted that he started drinking during tournament weeks as a way to cope with the pressures of the , believing it made him feel invincible, but it quickly escalated into a dependency that affected his performance and . This led to a notable incident in January 2021 at the , where he was involved in an alcohol-related altercation at a hotel bar, resulting in a suspension from the . Murray entered a 60-day treatment program at the Betty Ford Center shortly after the suspension, marking an initial step in addressing his , though he would later experience relapses. In July 2021, Murray publicly opened up about his battles with , anxiety, and depression through a series of posts, where he expressed frustration over the lack of support from the during his challenges. He described how these issues had profoundly impacted his , stating that the isolation and demands of professional exacerbated his conditions, leading to periods of severe distress. These candid disclosures highlighted the mental toll of his career, including self-esteem struggles and a sense of being misunderstood, and he emphasized the need for better resources in the sport. Murray's path to lasting began in May 2023, after hitting a personal low point involving heavy drinking, suicidal thoughts, and the loss of his card for the second time. Supported by his fiancée and a renewed commitment to —having become a Christian—he quit alcohol on May 1, 2023, and engaged in ongoing alongside faith-based recovery methods to maintain his progress. By January 2024, after winning the , Murray reflected on how this sobriety had been transformative, crediting it with restoring his focus and enabling his professional resurgence, stating, "I would not be in this position right now today if I didn't put that drink down eight months ago." He noted that sobriety allowed him to rebuild his and approach with clarity, underscoring the role of and spiritual growth in his recovery without which he felt he might have given up on the entirely.

Death and legacy

Circumstances of death

On May 24, 2024, during the second round of the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas, Murray withdrew after the 16th hole, citing an illness as the reason. He had previously been open about his struggles with mental health and substance abuse, though these were not explicitly linked to the withdrawal at the time. The following day, May 25, 2024, Murray died by at the age of 30 in his home in , where his body was discovered around 11 a.m. On May 26, 2024, Murray's parents, Eric and Terry Murray, released a statement through the confirming the cause of death as and expressing their grief, while requesting privacy for the family. In the statement, they noted, "We have spent the last 24 hours trying to come to terms with the fact that our son is gone. We are heartbroken," and urged the golf community to honor his memory by supporting initiatives. PGA Tour Commissioner responded to the news by expressing deep sorrow, stating, "The is heartbroken to learn of this inconceivable loss," and revealed that he had consulted with Murray's family about potentially halting play at the ongoing Charles Schwab Challenge, but they insisted the tournament continue as a way to honor their son. Play proceeded without interruption, though players paused briefly on the course for reflection during the final round.

Tributes and lasting impact

Following Grayson Murray's death, the and broader community issued tributes emphasizing his courage in confronting challenges and his role in advancing player support. Commissioner highlighted Murray's impact, stating that his advocacy had directly inspired enhancements to the Tour's programs, including expanded resources for anxiety, depression, and . A solemn celebration of life was held on June 4, 2024, at Golf Club during the , where players, family, and officials gathered to honor Murray's resilience and kindness, with Monahan describing him as "a very courageous man" whose story resonated deeply within the Tour family. These tributes underscored a collective commitment to destigmatizing in professional . In 2025, the inaugural Grayson Murray Be Kind to One Another Legacy Award was established to perpetuate his belief in compassion and support, presented annually at the AdventHealth Championship on the . The two-part award recognizes a player or and a community member or organization exemplifying kindness amid or struggles; the first recipients, announced on May 20, 2025, were longtime player Josh Teater for the player/ category and Susie Gurley for the community category, with Murray's parents, and , in attendance to present the honors. Murray's family has carried forward his advocacy through the Grayson Murray Foundation, launched in January 2025, which focuses on raising awareness, funding research, and ensuring access to services for golfers and others facing similar issues. The foundation has organized events such as the inaugural Grayson Murray Classic in October 2025, a charity tournament aimed at advancing and care, and formed partnerships like one with the Ben Hogan Foundation in May 2025 to support those impacted by these challenges. Their efforts have amplified discussions on player well-being within the community. Murray's openness about his recovery from and depression prior to his death continues to inspire stories of resilience among peers and fans, fostering broader conversations on vulnerability and support in the sport. Players like have shared how Murray's experiences motivated others to seek help and engage with as a tool for healing, contributing to an enduring emphasis on proactive initiatives across professional and amateur levels.

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