Barry Lane, a former Ryder Cup participant and five-time European Tour winner, passed away at the age of 62 after a brief illness, according to a statement released by the DP World Tour on Sunday.
Lane made 693 appearances on the European Tour, now known as the DP World Tour, and is fourth on the Tour’s all-time list of starts.
“We are profoundly saddened to hear about Barry Lane’s passing,” stated European Tour CEO Keith Pelley.
“His success on both the European Tour and the current Legends Tour demonstrates his commitment to the game of golf, and he was a beloved character on both tours. The renaming of the Legends Tour Rookie of the Year trophy in his honor is a worthy tribute, and I’m glad he was able to deliver it in December.”
The Irish Legends event will feature Barry Lane on August 17, 2022.
In 1988, he won the Scottish Open at Gleneagles by three shots. Lane’s last victory occurred at the 2004 British Masters, more than a decade after his previous triumph.
Barry Lane was a princely gentleman. He will be greatly missed. RIP,” tweeted two-time major champion and fellow British player Tony Jacklin.
The Englishman also participated in the Ryder Cup in 1993, when Team Europe lost to the United States at The Belfry.
“RIP barry – kindest guy until the very end and going all the way to Mauritius a few weeks ago, despite very terrible health, to say farewell to all his Tour family speaks a great deal about his bravery & the deep connection & friendships we all build on Tour,” tweeted Irish golf veteran Paul McGinley.
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