PGA Tour winner and announcer Mark Carnevale dies at 64 - one week after covering his final tournament

PGA Tour winner and announcer Mark Carnevale has passed away at the age of 64, the organization announced this week.

Carnevale, who was crowned Rookie of the Year in 1992 after winning the Chattanooga Classic, is said to have died suddenly on Monday. The cause of death has not yet been revealed.

'Mark was a beloved part of the TOUR family for a long time,' said Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan.

'He was a member of that elite club, a PGA TOUR winner, and then he held numerous roles within the industry, most recently as a significant voice in PGA TOUR Radio’s coverage. 

'Mark knew the game and did a terrific job of conveying insights from his unique point of view – and with an engaging wit and sense of humor – to fans from countless TOUR events through the years. 

'We will miss Mark and send our condolences to his loved ones.'

Carnevale covered his final tournament a week ago and was also slated to be at this week's 3M Open in Minnesota.

The Maryland-born golfer competed in 212 PGA Tour events during the course of his career, with his triumph at the Chattanooga Classic going down as his one and only victory.

He later turned to the Korn Ferry Tour, becoming tournament director of its Virginia Beach Open in 2003.

In 2005 Carnevale ventured into broadcasting and began reporting on events for SiriusXM Radio.

'Mark Carnevale was an integral part of live coverage on our streaming platforms and PGA TOUR Radio coverage,' Greg Hopfe, PGA TOUR Entertainment senior vice president and executive producer, said in a statement.

'He was a consummate professional, who was respected by the PGA TOUR players he covered, and his insightful analysis and humor will be greatly missed.'