'Tragedy': Professional golfer who excelled at the PGA passes away at 45, "It's too young to leave this world..."

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It is a tragedy. Matt McQuillan, a professional golfer who competed on the PGA (U.S. Men’s Golf) Tour, has suddenly passed away at the age of 45.

On the 11th (Korean time), U.S. media outlet "Fox News" reported, "Former PGA Tour professional golfer McQuillan has died suddenly at the age of 45."

According to a death notice published by the local media "Kingston Whig-Standard," McQuillan, originally from Kingston, Ontario, Canada, passed away on the 5th in the presence of his family.

McQuillan began his collegiate golf career at Oklahoma State University in 2000 before transferring to the University of Georgia to further hone his skills. He turned professional in 2003. He competed in a total of 32 PGA Tour events, making the cut nine times.

His best individual result on the PGA Tour was a tie for third place at the 2011 John Deere Classic. At that time, McQuillan shot an impressive 64 in the final round, tying with two-time major champion Jack Johnson to finish tied for third. His last officially sanctioned PGA Tour event was the September 2016 PGA Tour Canada Circuit.

After concluding his tour career, McQuillan worked as a coach in his hometown, dedicating himself to teaching and promoting golf to youth players across Canada. During his PGA Tour career, his total prize money earned was approximately $604,000 (about 856 million won).

Family members and colleagues expressed their condolences through a death notice: "McQuillan was a respected golfer, a devoted son, a cheerful brother, and a friend. His passion and talent, which began when he learned how to hold a golf club from his father at the age of 10, grew immensely. We pray for his eternal rest."

U.S. media outlet "People" also reported on McQuillan's death. According to "People," the specific cause of death has not been disclosed.

The British newspaper "The Sun" highlighted McQuillan's career, which established him as a prominent figure in Canadian golf with victories such as the 2005 Telus Edmonton Open and the 2008 Cataract Pro-Am. It particularly noted his peak moment during the final round of the 2011 John Deere Classic, where he shot an exceptional 64 without any bogeys.

In response to the sudden news, fans have continued to express their condolences via social networking services (SNS), saying, "He passed away at such a young age," and "The golf world is deeply saddened by McQuillan's death. We extend our sympathies to his family and friends."

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