It doesn’t matter if you are a supporter of the monarch or a republican, the passing of The Queen will dominate the news in England, throughout the Commonwealth and indeed the World for some time. Everyone will be touched in some way and it has even impacted the game of Golf.
Queen Elizabeth II was a patron of the most famous golf club of all even though she wasn’t a weekend warrior herself. They issued this statement following the news of her passing;

The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews
STATEMENT ON HER MAJESTY, QUEEN ELIZABETH II

Peter Forster, Captain of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club said, “We are greatly saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty today.  Following her accession in 1952, Her late Majesty graciously accepted the Patronage of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, as has been the custom of reigning Monarchs since HM King William IV in 1834.

“Although not a golfer, Her late Majesty’s 70-year patronage of the Club was a great honour for its Members."

ENDS

Long live the King....