Is the Charles Schwab Challenge final round going ahead? Latest following shock news of Grayson Murray death
The 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club is still going ahead this week.
That comes despite the tragic news of two-time PGA Tour winner Grayson Murray.
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Murray had withdrawn from the event with two holes remaining of Friday's second round.
He cited illness but tragically his death was announced by PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan on Saturday.
And he revealed Murray's parents wanted the event in Fort Worth to continue, despite the devastating circumstances.
Scottie Scheffler, who moved into second place in the tournament on 14 under after a third-round 66, said: "Obviously, the news hasn't really sunk in quite yet, but I'm thinking about his family and praying hard for all of them.
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"I can't imagine how difficult of a time this is. I got to know Grayson a bit better over the last six months or so.
"There's not really a way to put into words how sad and tragic it is, but I'm thinking about his family."
Charles Schwab Challenge: Date and how to follow
The 78th Charles Schwab is being held from Thursday, May 23 to Sunday, May 26. Play will begin at 1pm UK time each day.
It is taking place at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas. The course will be a par 70 and will measure a maximum of 7,289 yards in length.
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The action will also be shown on Sky Sports Golf throughout the week.
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Charles Schwab Challenge: Tee times and leaderboard
The latest leaderboard from Texas can be found .
World No1 and Dallas-local Scheffler headlines the field but it's Davis Riley who ended the penultimate round leading on -14
Scheffler is four shots back, with compatriots Hayden Buckley and Pierceson Coody tied for third on -9.
Tony Finau is sixth, while the top Brit in the field is Justin Rose on - 3 going into the final day
The full field, groupings and tee times have been confirmed and can be found .
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Charles Schwab Challenge: What has been said?
English golfer Luke Donald was among those to pay tribute to Murray.
Donald posted on X: "Truly devastating news that Grayson Murray has passed away.
"He asked me for some advice on how to play Augusta a few months ago, last week I saw him at the PGA Championship, life truly is precious. My condolences and prayers to his whole family that they may find some peace."
Meanwhile, Rickie Fowler added on Instagram: "I’m at a loss for words…just complete shock!
"We played some practice rounds together this year and got paired together at multiple tournaments…we shared a lot of good times!
"My thoughts and prayers to your family and close friends…I wish there was something I could have done! I’m going to miss you man!"
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