Rory McIlroy And Wife Erica Stoll Announce Divorce After 7 Years
Rory McIlroy And Wife Erica Stoll Announce Divorce After 7 Years...
Golf star Rory McIlroy and his wife, Erica Stoll, have filed for divorce after seven years of marriage, according to court documents obtained Friday. The filing comes just weeks before McIlroy is set to compete in the 2026 Masters Tournament, where he will pursue his first green jacket.
The couple, who married in 2019 after dating for several years, cited "irreconcilable differences" in the petition. McIlroy, 36, and Stoll, 37, share one daughter, Poppy, born in 2020. The divorce filing was submitted in Palm Beach County, Florida, where the couple owns a home.
The news has sparked widespread discussion among golf fans and celebrity watchers, particularly given McIlroy's high-profile career and recent resurgence on the PGA Tour. Stoll, a former PGA of America employee, met McIlroy in 2012 when she helped arrange his transportation during the Ryder Cup.
Divorce proceedings are expected to be amicable, with both parties agreeing to shared custody of their daughter. McIlroy's representatives declined to comment further, citing privacy concerns. The golfer is scheduled to speak to reporters next week ahead of the RBC Heritage tournament.
This development follows months of speculation about the couple's relationship after McIlroy was seen without his wedding ring at several tournaments. Stoll, who largely stayed out of the spotlight, had not attended a PGA event with McIlroy since late 2025.
The timing raises questions about how the personal matter might affect McIlroy's performance during golf's major championship season. He currently ranks No. 3 in the world and is considered a favorite at Augusta National later this month.
Celebrity divorce attorney David Goldberg, who is not involved in the case, told reporters that Florida's equitable distribution laws likely mean the couple will split their estimated $200 million in shared assets. Their primary residences include properties in Florida, Northern Ireland, and New York.
Social media reactions have been mixed, with some fans expressing surprise and others noting the challenges of maintaining relationships in professional sports. McIlroy's last major championship win came at the 2024 Open Championship, shortly before rumors about marital trouble first surfaced.
The divorce filing lists April 11 as the official separation date. Both parties have requested that financial terms remain confidential to protect their daughter's privacy. Court records show no prenuptial agreement was filed with the petition.
