Arnold Palmer, one of the greatest golfers who ever lived, passed away at the age of 87 on Sunday night.

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The sports world, stunned by his passing, expressed its sadness with heartfelt messages on social media.

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Carleigh Knight (left) and her sister, Natalie Rogovin, look at Christmas ornaments while shopping at Kudzu Antiques + Modern in Decatur on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. (Natrice Miller/AJC)

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