00:00Makina White's story is one that's touched the entire golf community.
00:04She was more than just the girlfriend of PGA Tour winner Jake Knapp.
00:08She was a vibrant, loving presence who left her mark wherever she went.
00:13Makina and Jake started dating in 2023, and if you followed the tour,
00:18you saw her cheering from the sidelines, especially during that unforgettable Mexico Open win
00:24and the time Jake shot a historic 59 at the Cognizant Classic.
00:28Her reaction that day went viral, laughing, celebrating and even joking about skipping work
00:34just to support the man she loved.
00:37Born in Ottawa, Canada, Makina was an impressive force off the course too.
00:42She worked in surgical sales, assisting surgeons in the operating room,
00:46and held a degree in communications and software engineering from McMaster University.
00:51She was passionate, driven, and always up for a challenge,
00:55whether it was in her career or on the golf course,
00:58where she rediscovered her own love for the game.
01:01But above all, it was Makina's warmth, her positive energy,
01:06and her love for people that stood out most.
01:09Friends, family, and fellow golf fans remember her for her joy,
01:14her support, and the way she made everyone feel seen and included.
01:19Makina's sudden passing at just 28 is a heartbreaking loss,
01:22not just for Jake or her loved ones, but for the entire golf world.
01:27Her family has asked that donations be made in her memory to brain health causes,
01:32a cause close to their hearts.
01:35Today, I just want to say,
01:37Makina, you made a difference,
01:39and your spirit will always be part of this game.
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