Washington, Sep 26: Arnold Palmer, one of the greatest and most popular players in the history of golf, has died, according to the US Golf Association. He was 87.
"We are deeply saddened by the death of Arnold Palmer, golf's greatest ambassador, at age 87," USGA tweeted.
It was reported he died on Sunday in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Palmer's health has been in decline for some time.
Arnold Daniel Palmer, generally regarded as one of the greatest players in professional golf history passed away in Pittsburgh @ 87#RIP
— Mohandas Menon (@mohanstatsman) September 26, 2016
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