New Details Emerge On Rory McIlroy Romance Rumors After Divorce

Fans of Rory McIlroy can relax: his alleged romance with journalist Amanda Balionis is nothing more than professional interaction. The renowned golfer, admired for his charming relationship with wife Erica Stoll, has recently filed for divorce, marking an unexpected end to their seven-year marriage.

McIlroy has often praised Stoll for bringing balance and normality to his life, describing her as a positive influence ahead of their 2017 wedding. Unfortunately, on May 14, 2024, McIlroy filed for divorce, citing the marriage as “irretrievably broken” in documents obtained by the New York Post. He also requested shared custody of their daughter, Poppy, and adherence to their prenuptial agreement.

The divorce took a contentious turn when rumors surfaced about McIlroy’s alleged affair with CBS sports reporter Amanda Balionis, who is married to football coach Bryn Renner. Speculation arose following their May 12 interview at the Wells Fargo Championship, where observers perceived a flirty exchange. However, as of May 29, 2024, Us Weekly confirmed that McIlroy and Balionis maintain a strictly professional relationship, quashing the romance rumors.

Despite the denial, the gossip reignited on June 3, 2024, when TMZ reported on another interview between the two that ended with a friendly hug, sparking more comments online. One person noted that they would make a “cool couple,” while others dismissed the speculation as mere professional courtesy.

As the divorce proceedings continue, the situation has only grown more complicated. On June 6, 2024, the Daily Mail revealed that Stoll missed the 20-day window to respond to McIlroy’s filing, potentially leading to a “default divorce.” This could result in McIlroy being granted the divorce without Stoll’s input, as she was previously warned of this possibility.

While neither McIlroy nor Stoll have publicly addressed the divorce, a source disclosed to Us Weekly that Stoll felt lonely in the marriage. They revealed that McIlroy’s demanding schedule kept him away from home, causing a rift between the couple. Stoll’s focus shifted to their daughter, leading to a growing distance in their relationship and ultimately a breaking point.