The PGA Tour has cancelled next month's Greenbrier Classic after devastating flooding throughout West Virginia.
At least 23 people have been killed and hundreds more rescued across the state after days of heavy rain led to flooding in several areas.
The Greenbrier's host course The Old White TPC in Greenbrier County has suffered extensive damage and Tour officials said it is beyond reasonable repair ahead of the scheduled start date of July 7.
"We are heartbroken by the devastation that the residents of West Virginia are experiencing?at this time and the reports of lives lost due to the terrible flooding," said PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem in a statement.
"Cancelling The?Greenbrier Classic is certainly the most prudent course of action as our?foremost concern is the well-being of those who are having to live through this tragic situation.?Our thoughts and prayers are with them.
"We?know we will have the opportunity to return again next year?and we look forward to that time.
"But for now, that is of secondary concern. The?priority?is safety?of the residents and their recovery from this disaster."
Source: PA
