Rory McIlroy Files For Divorce
Sadly, we learned yesterday that on Monday, Rory McIlroy filed for divorce from his wife of seven years. He and Erica have one child, a three-year-old girl named Poppy.
These times are never happy. They’re never easy and usually, they don’t come out of the blue and overnight to the participants involved. I’ve heard more than one person say that they just saw them all during the annual par 3 tournament here in the town, the Wednesday before the Masters. Yep, you did. But none of us have or should have any idea what goes on behind the scenes.
Rory McIlroy’s Sunday Interview on CBS
I will say this, as Amanda Renner was interviewing Rory on CBS immediately following his win at the Wells Fargo on Mother’s Day Sunday, I realized as it was taking place that Rory talked about his mother but didn’t say a word about the mother of his child, his wife, Erica.
It reminded me of the times you’ve seen actors and actresses forget to single out their significant others when accepting awards. Seems harmless, and most of the time, there’s no harm done.
Apparently, this was different. Interestingly, now with hindsight, it’s curious that Amanda didn’t bring up Erica and Poppy. Unless, before putting the microphone in his face, she was told, “not to ask about his wife”. I know Amanda, asking about his wife and child would be a natural thing for her to do.
McIlroy’s Team Asks For Privacy
Rory is playing in a major championship this week. He’s speaking to the press. His team has asked the media to respect his privacy. I get it. We don’t cover golf tournaments to discuss the private lives of the players. We’re there to cover the golf tournament.
Do conversations organically morph into personal issues? Absolutely. It’s natural to ask Scottie Scheffler about his new baby. And Scottie will tell us as much as he’s comfortable telling us. But when the topic is not pleasant, and the subject has asked for the topic to not come up, I have no problem with that.
There are three human beings involved in this, more really. One of them, a three-year-old child that has no idea what’s going on. That’s who I’m thinking of at this time. Having gone through this in a very less public nature, my thoughts are with everyone involved. Except the lawyers.
The Stunning WAGS Of 2024 Masters Golfers
It’s that time of year again. It’s a tradition unlike any other. It’s the Masters. Arguably the most important major in golf to come each April to Augusta National in Augusta, Georgia.
As avid golfers, my husband and some other male family members of mine attend each year. I am typically not a fan of the sport myself. I will watch on Sunday to see who wins, but this year something has been a little different. I’ve found myself much more interested because of social media, and not really for the golf.
This year, I am seeing the perspective of the tournament from the wives and girlfriends of these Masters golfers. I am a TikTok junkie and I have seen video after video of behind the scenes looks at sponsor parties and outfits of the day this year. These ladies are stunning and certainly have names for themselves outside of being the better halves to these talented athletes.
WAGS of 2024 Masters Golfers
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA – APRIL 10: Paulina Gretzky looks on during the Par Three Contest prior to the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 10, 2024 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)
While I was familiar with wife of Dustin Johnson, Paulina Gretzky (also daughter of hockey great Wayne Gretzky), I was interested in learning more about these other stunning WAGS of Masters golfers I came across on my FYP. For those of you not familiar with TikTok, FYP means “For You Page”.
As we’ve seen with the relationship of NFL player Travis Kelce and girlfriend Taylor Swift, the fans of the girlfriends and wives will be attracted to the sport if they think they can catch a glimpse of the ladies. I’m sure we will see the viewership up this year with the presence of these ladies and their behind the scenes videos on TikTok and Instagram.
Erica Stoll
Erica Stoll is wife to Rory McIlroy. The pair married in 2017 after meeting at the Ryder Cup in 2012 and have one child, daughter Poppy. Stoll previously worked for PGA of America as an office manager and the manager of championship volunteer operations.
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland poses for a photo with his wife, Erica Stoll and daughter Poppy McIlroy. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)
