PGA Tour Golfer Jake Knapp Mourns Girlfriend Makena White, 28, During Ryder Cup

Professional golfer Jake Knapp has publicly mourned the death of his girlfriend, Makena White, who passed away at the age of 28 earlier this week. White, a Canadian with a background in software engineering and sales, was beloved by friends, family, and the golf community for her selflessness and joyful spirit. The couple had been dating since August 2023 and went public with their relationship after Knapp won the Mexico Open in February 2024, where White was a supportive presence. The cause of her death has not been disclosed, and Knapp has asked for privacy for all affected during this difficult time. Tributes have highlighted White's rare ability to make others feel special and her overflowing love, with some calling for donations to brain health and memory clinics in her honor. The news cast a somber mood over the opening day of the Ryder Cup, with the golf world expressing collective grief and respect for White's memory.