LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 27: (EDITOR'S NOTE: This image has been converted to black and white.) Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the NBA game against the Washington Wizards at Staples Center on March 27, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. The Wizards defeated the Lakers 101-88.

Golf world reacts to death of Kobe Bryant

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Kobe Bryant's death overshadowed the final day of the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines on Sunday.

Many golfers were still on the course when news broke of the helicopter crash that claimed nine lives, including that of Bryant's daughter, Gianna, in Calabasas, California.

Tiger Woods found out about Bryant's death after the final round:

Golfers shared memories and condolences on social media after learning of the horrific news, a testament to Bryant's transcendence across the sports world.

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RIP to the 9 passengers aboard that helicopter this morning...it’s a tragedy...Allison and I are sending our thoughts and prayers to all the families Kobe, I never had the privilege of meeting you but the one thing I would hear time after time was about your amazing work ethic...you will always be among the greats and your work ethic is just one of the reasons for that...you’re a legend, an icon, a hero! The amount of people that throw up a shot, any kind of shot, and yell “Kobe”...countless! I know I will be throwing them up daily...thank you for having such a positive impact and inspiring so many people around the world...you will never be forgotten but will for sure be missed! RIP Kobe RIP Gianna

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