The sports world mourns Arnold Palmer, who passed away at the age of 87

@TigerWoods Absolute legend pic.twitter.com/nCR6UpXkv4

— Ryan Wallack (@RyanT_W) September 26, 2016

Arnold Palmer, arguably one of the greatest golfers who ever lived, passed away at the age of 87 on Sunday night. The sports world was stunned by his passing, and expressed its sadness with heartfelt messages. Here are a few:

(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

We've lost "The King" and "The Greatest" in the same year. How lucky we are to have had them both. RIP Arnie and Ali. pic.twitter.com/fY17WBNv6y

— Jay Bilas (@JayBilas) September 26, 2016

I'll miss you friend #ripTheKING pic.twitter.com/KIoz0CH59F

— Rickie Fowler (@RickieFowler) September 26, 2016

I'm one of the fortunate folks to have spent time with the King. Incredibly blessed to have known him.

— David Duval (@david59duval) September 26, 2016

We will miss you Mr. Palmer. Thank you for all you gave the game of golf. pic.twitter.com/UVQ5rCNvbp

— Erik Compton (@ErikCompton3) September 26, 2016

But this one, of all of them, may sum it up best: