Sunday was a very sad day in the sports world with the news that 3 athletes passed away.

Jose Fernandez

The day started off on a somber note as the sudden death of 24 year-old Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez was announced.



Fernandez was involved in a boating accident at 3:15am when the boat he was in collided with rocks at a marina near Miami. Two other passengers were also killed when, as police say, the boat travelled at top speed (50-60 mph) directly into the rocks.

Mylan Hicks

News travelled quickly through Calgary that a Stampeder had been involved in a late night, nightclub shooting.

Arnold Palmer

In an eerie twist, The Simpsons new episode last night included an Arnold Palmer reference.

There was an Arnold Palmer reference tonight on The Simpsons. So weird. pic.twitter.com/4obYfm2B5T

— Kirk Nawrotzky (@KirkNawrotzky) September 26, 2016

Celebrities including Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy & US President Obama took to Twitter to offer condolences.

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

Here's to The King who was as extraordinary on the links as he was generous to others. Thanks for the memories, Arnold. pic.twitter.com/UlyfpIBOL2

— President Obama (@POTUS) September 26, 2016

Remembering the special times I spent with Mr Palmer at Bay Hill. A true pioneer for our sport. Forever remembered. pic.twitter.com/qJQBpDWTWv

— Rory McIlroy (@McIlroyRory) September 26, 2016

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