"They asked that we continue" - Grayson Murray's family requests Jay Monahan, PGA Tour to finish the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge in his honor

The news of Grayson Murray's shock death came at the end of the third round of the ongoing Charles Schwab Challenge, from which he withdrew just one day ago. PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan released a statement mourning the demise of the golfer.

While tournament officials and the PGA Tour wanted to cancel the Charles Schwab Challenge after the grim incident, Grayson Murray's family has insisted that they continue the tournament to honor him.

Jay Monahan said via CBS Sports:

"I reached out to Grayson's parents to offer our deepest condolences, and during that conversation, they asked that we continue with tournament play. They were adamant that Grayson would want us to do so. As difficult as it will be, we want to respect their wishes."

Jay Monahan expressed his condolences for the untimely passing of Grayson Murray. The 30-year-old's untimely demise took the entire golf world by shock. Monahan said:

"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. 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."

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"It was my outlet" - Grayson Murray had opened up about his battle with alcoholism

Grayson Murray had opened up in the past about his relationship with alcohol when he was younger, and how it affected his play as a rookie. It made him feel "invincible" when he was winning, and that began his unhealthly relationship with alcohol.

Speaking via CBS, Murray said:

"It was my outlet. I thought I was invincible coming out here as a 22-year-old, winning as a rookie, played three days hungover when I won. Best thing and worst thing that ever happened to me was winning my rookie year -- but also feeling like I was invincible."

While he struggled with depression and anxiety, he kept working hard and was vocal about his struggles. He said via Golf Magic:

"My parents have been through hell and back basically for the last six years with me fighting some mental stuff. It’s not easy on me, and the people around me that love me, they don’t like to see me down. They’ve been my No. 1 supporters.”

Murray expressed his gratitude for his friends for helping him through tough times. His passing brought a lot of grief to the world of golf.