Golf world saddened by Jarrod Lyle’s heartbreak

The outpouring of support for Lyle and his wife, Briony, and two daughters, Lusi and Jemma, began after news broke of his decision to discontinue his cancer treatment and move into palliative care.

Major champions and fellow PGA and Australasian Tour players have led the voices reacting on social media:

Just heard the news about Jarrod Lyle. Life is very precious and you have been so strong. We are thinking and praying for you and your family now more than ever. - Ernie, Liezl, Samantha and Ben

— Ernie Els (@TheBig_Easy) July 31, 2018

So sad to hear. Wish I would’ve known Jarrod better, but the times I spent around him were nothing but so cheerful and amazing. ALL OF US this week on @PGATOUR in Akron will be thinking of @jarrodlylepga and his family 🙌🏼 https://t.co/2o1KH5m1wY

— Justin Thomas (@JustinThomas34) July 31, 2018

.@IBFinchy this is awful news. What an inspirational and sad story. What a man. Life is not fair. Damn https://t.co/V1UHg6mB1E

— Brad Faxon (@BradFaxon) July 31, 2018

Thoughts with Jarrod, his family and friends ❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/vsRzVd0ju3

— Thomas Bjorn (@thomasbjorngolf) July 31, 2018

Jarrod has fought with the heart of a lion, always with dignity and a smile surrounded by his loving family. We Love You...please rest peacefully knowing how inspirational and beloved you remain in all our hearts. https://t.co/DCR8rZEoN6

— Ian Baker-Finch (@IBFinchy) July 31, 2018

Jarrod Lyle update. We need a miracle for this great man please🙏🙏 https://t.co/ET18qD1TF2

— Greg Chalmers (@GregChalmersPGA) July 31, 2018

Although beautiful, life is also plagued w pain - please be praying for God’s comfort and love to surround the Lyle family as they face this storm. #pgatour #hugyourlovedones https://t.co/jNoe5YhZHd

— Cameron Tringale (@CamTringale) July 31, 2018

Just reading the bad news on Jarrod Lyle... I was afraid this day was coming. Jarrod is a fighter both on and off the course and was always great to play with. Prayers to him his and his beautiful family! 🙏🙏

— Kyle Thompson (@KyleThompsonPGA) July 31, 2018

Jarrod Lyle has been part of the @Titleist family since he was a teenager and will continue to be forever more. He has been an inspiration to us all throughout his courageous and ongoing battle with his positive attitude and infectious smile in the face of adversity.

— Titleist Australia-New Zealand (@titleist_anz) August 1, 2018

This is my all-time favourite moment from an Aussie golfer 🏌🏼‍♂️ @jarrodlylepga, you are a star! Love ya mate 👊🏼xhttps://t.co/ei740OMI5R

— Andy Lee (@andy_lee) July 31, 2018

Life is precious and we all take it for granted too often - seeing the picture of @jarrodlylepga hugging his family with not long to live brought tears to my eyes. Peace be with you, you will be missed Jarrod x

— Luke Donald (@LukeDonald) July 31, 2018

Don’t know what to say but @jarrodlylepga is one of the best, most humble guys I ever met.. Life isn’t fair and he deserves better.. We are praying for him and his family, and you should too.. #cancersucks

— Brandt Snedeker (@BrandtSnedeker) August 1, 2018

What I would give to have one more round of golf with this amazing man jarrod.lyle! So proud of you for the amazing fight you have put up! I’ll never forget all the laughs and good times… https://t.co/MofeZNVzaX

— Colt Knost (@ColtKnost) July 31, 2018

Sad news today about @jarrodlylepga. He fought an unbelievable fight for so long. Awful that it ends this way. He was a blast to hang around, could make you laugh & put a smile on your face. Horschel family sends all their love & support to his wife Bri, daughters Lusi and Jemma

— Billy Horschel (@BillyHo_Golf) July 31, 2018

As I sit here @KCGolfClassic I’m reminded that, at this very event several years ago, we welcomed Jarrod back to competitive golf. He’s one of us and I’m incredibly saddened by the news that he’s now in palliative care. Can’t imagine the courage it took to stop treatment.

— Shaun Micheel (@shaunmicheelpga) July 31, 2018

Prayers for @jarrodlylepga and his family. He is an inspiration to all of us for his long and courageous fight against cancer. God bless him

— Beau Hossler (@beauhossler) July 31, 2018