For some time now, the golf world has been faced with numerous mishaps that have shaken its dynamics. While these occurrences fall under the unavoidable category, it is still staggering to watch them unfold at any level. Similar has been the case with the days-old incident that broke out in Maui and has caused immense damage.

Many golf icons have come forward to share their stories regarding the fire and offer their condolences for the loss of life and property. This included LPGA veteran Michelle Wie West and World No. 3 Jon Rahm, who during his recent press conference offered his commiseration for the people in Hawaii. He especially mentioned the PGA Tour star, Collin Morikawa, whose family has also been the survivor of this recent misfortune.

Amidst the new tournament preparation, Jon Rahm sheds light on the Maui fires

The 2023 BMW Championship is all set to commence this week at the Olympia Fields Country Club. However, prior to the commencement of the event, Jon Rahm, the defending champion on these greens, was seen answering diverse questions. While most reporters remained concerned about his outlook for the future, being the FedEx Cup Leader currently, others mostly focused on his 2020 win on the same field.

Among all the gameplay-related questions, one journalist asked Rahm about having paid attention to the fires on Maui. Rather sincerely, the Spanish golfer answered, “I’m deeply sorry for everybody that lost somebody over there“. Referring to the most deadly US wildfire in over a century, the 28-year-old reiterated his sadness over such an unfortunate incident.

Jon Rahm, expressing his concern and hope for recovery, mentioned one of his fellow golfers, Collin Morikawa. The Californian golfer’s grandfather owned a restaurant called The Morikawa Restaurant on Front Street in Lahaina. Unfortunately, the business and the homes all around it have been destroyed.

Shedding light on the same, the 2023 Masters Tournament winner mentioned, “I’m hoping they can rebuild Lahaina as quickly as possible“. Further, the golfer even talked about feeling extreme dismay over the people facing these troubled times.

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This urged the athlete to add how sad the situation is “especially for a culture that cares about their native land as much as Hawaiians do“. Other than Rahm, even Michelle Wie West, who is a native of the state, expressed her remorse over the heartbreaking situation as she came forward to provide a helping hand for her people.

Michelle Wie West also comes forward with much-needed aid for her native land

While the tragedy has been considered one of the greatest wildfires to hit American soil since 1918, many individuals have steadily come forward to support those who have suffered from this incident. One such name has been that of the Hawaiian native, Michelle Wie West. The former LPGA star, through her Instagram post, shared her heartfelt condolences for the victims of the tragic accident.

She said, “We are heartbroken by the current situation in Maui“. Expressing her grief, she also added, “Our hearts go out to all the families who have experienced such significant losses“. Additionally, to meet the urgent needs of sufferers, West has started collecting financial means of about $100,000.

She has also been joined by the Mizuho group in her noble cause. Showing her gratitude to the organization, the 2014 US Women’s Open winner said that she is sincerely thankful to Mizuho for contributing to the Hawaii Community Foundation Maui Strong Fund. Furthermore, she encouraged her followers to donate to this virtuous purpose through a link provided in her bio.

Undoubtedly, the entire golf world is sending out prayers to the families of those who have suffered due to this unfortunate event. Amid such tragedies, one can only hope that time will help heal the wounds.

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