Sports World Reacts to Arnold Palmer’s Death at the Age of 87

Golf legend Arnold Palmer died Sunday night at the age of 87.

The United States Golf Association provided a short statement announcing the death of one of the greatest ever to play the sport:

We are deeply saddened by the death of Arnold Palmer, golf’s greatest ambassador, at age 87. pic.twitter.com/iQmGtseNN1

— USGA (@USGA) September 26, 2016

Beyond his success on the links, Palmer made a profound impact on the sports landscape from his rise into prominence in the 1960s through the present, causing a wide reaction from around the world.

A number of fellow golfers shared their thoughts:

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

I just got the news at about 8:45 that Arnold had passed. I was shocked to hear that we lost a great friend (continued) pic.twitter.com/skehUsQgww

— Jack Nicklaus (@jacknicklaus) September 26, 2016

OMGosh sad news! Will miss that vice handshake and glint in your eye as you tried to crush my hand! RIP King Arnold pic.twitter.com/b9eDVP9ADJ

— Sir Nick Faldo (@NickFaldo006) September 26, 2016

I’ll miss you friend #ripTheKING pic.twitter.com/KIoz0CH59F

— Rickie Fowler (@RickieFowler) 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

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