Arnold Palmer dies aged 87

R&A STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF ARNOLD PALMER

Martin Slumbers, Chief Executive of The R&A, said: "It is with great sadness that we have awoken to hear the news of Arnold Palmer's passing. He was a true gentleman, one of the greatest ever to play the game and a truly iconic figure in sport.

"His contribution to The Open Championship was, and remains, immeasurable. He will be missed and forever remembered by all at The R&A and throughout the world of golf as a charismatic and global champion of our game."


USGA STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF ARNOLD PALMER

We are deeply saddened by the death of Arnold Palmer, golf's greatest ambassador, at age 87.

Arnold Palmer will always be a champion, in every sense of the word.  He inspired generations to love golf by sharing his competitive spirit, displaying sportsmanship, caring for golfers and golf fans, and serving as a lifelong ambassador for the sport.  Our stories of him not only fill the pages of golf’s history books and the walls of the museum, but also our own personal golf memories.  The game is indeed better because of him, and in so many ways, will never be the same.