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The golf world is currently mourning the loss of one of the greatest golfing legends of all time. The winner of the 1967 PGA Championship, Don January, is no more with us. At the age of 93, the golf ace crossed the rainbow bridge, leaving all his fans in question.
The PGA Tour shared the story of the golf star’s passing without revealing why. However, the news has captured the attention of millions of fans on the internet. And golf enthusiasts are currently giving all kinds of reactions to the heartbreaking update on Twitter!
PGA Tour legend Don January passes away at 93
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The game of golf is filled with countless talented players from all around the world. But there are only a few who live eternally after their prime years on the course are over. And one such legend was PGA Tour star Don January. With tons of unfathomable records in his name, the golfer earned the respect of millions of golf enthusiasts.
Rest in peace, Don January. https://t.co/T8sc3LNP0O
— PGA TOUR Champions (@ChampionsTour) May 7, 2023
The Texan made his skills known to the world after winning four NCAA Division I titles in a row before turning pro. Moreover, he also had a remarkable career on the PGA Tour with 10 spectacular victories as well as 17 runner-up finishes. In fact, the golf underdog was also part of the Ryder Cup US Team in 1965 and 1977. And not just that, but January also won a major tournament at the 1967 PGA Championship.
Golf fans react to Don January’s unfortunate passing
The loss of such a talented golfer has come as a shock to all golf fans. And ever since the news went viral on Twitter, fans have been expressing their sadness and paying homage to him. Many highlighted how humble the golfer was, both on and off the course. Some even said that ‘Mr. January’ was indeed a class act!
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Here’s what some of them had to say:
Extremely sad to hear about Don’s passing. Don is a UNT legend who continued to represent and support his Mean Green teammates in so many ways throughout his life. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends during this difficult time. @UNTsocial
— Jared Mosley (@mosleyj22) May 7, 2023
Damn, RIP Donnie New Year*
*not sure if he ever went by that nickname but it sounds awesome
— Jon (@JuanParmesan) May 7, 2023
Awww
What a great Golfer he was
Rest In Peace Sir— Kavika “Hal” Lee (@Kavika4Sistas) May 8, 2023
RIP.
— Golf Hall of Fame (@GolfHallofFame) May 8, 2023
Remember watching him when I was a kid. Class act. RIP
— Linwood Cobb (@LinwoodCobb3) May 7, 2023
He had a smile for sure and from time to time some crazy eyes – quite a player for sure and helped to make the PGA Tour what it is today. Rest in peace Mr. January.
— BoudreauxandPete (@MikeCar15682261) May 7, 2023
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Caddied for Mr. January in the 1975 Western Open at Butler National. It was one of the highlights of my life. He was classy and humble. I'll never forget it. RIP
— Mike Kaindl (@go_fire) May 8, 2023
While most of them expressed their grief over the player’s sad demise, others mentioned how great of a golfer he was. A Twitter user also claimed to have caddied for the man in the 1975 Western Open.
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Fans are certainly devastated by the loss of such a skilled yet down-to-earth individual. And the golf world is currently sending in prayers for his friends and family to survive through the tough time.
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