The golfing world came together to celebrate the life of Arnold Palmer, as one of the game’s greatest ever players was remembered at a memorial service in his hometown of Latrobe, Pennsylvania.
A winner of seven Major titles, Palmer passed away on Sunday, September 25, aged 87.
The European Tour was represented at the service, held at Saint Vincent College, by former Chief Executive Officer George O’Grady, now the Tour’s President of International Relations.
He said: “It was a genuine privilege and an honour to attend Arnold’s memorial service on behalf of the European Tour. Arnold was a friend of the Tour, and an inspiration to so many people across the world.
“He was an incredible servant to the game of golf, and it is fitting that he was honoured in such wonderful fashion at today’s service.
“Not only was Arnold one of the greatest golfers of all time, he was also a truly remarkable person, and will be sorely missed. He leaves a legacy which will stand the test of time. He was a pioneer, and will forever be remembered for his invaluable contribution to our sport.”
Nicknamed “The King”, Palmer was made an Honorary Life Member of the European Tour in 1995 in recognition of his global impact on the game.
Palmer won 92 professional titles worldwide, with 29 of those coming in a four-year stretch from 1960 to 1963.
He won the Masters Tournament in 1958, 1960, 1962 and 1964, the US Open Championship in spectacular fashion in 1960, and The Open Championship in 1961 and 1962.
Palmer was a six-time Ryder Cup player, and captained the United States to victory on two occasions.
