Report: CBS source responds to Rory McIlroy, Amanda Balionis shock rumour
Recent rumors suggest a possible romantic connection between professional golfer Rory McIlroy and CBS Sports reporter Amanda Balionis. These rumors come in the wake of McIlroy’s divorce filing from his wife, Erica Stoll, after seven years of marriage. McIlroy and Stoll share a young daughter, Poppy. Divorce Details McIlroy, 35, filed for divorce on Monday,…
Recent rumors suggest a possible romantic connection between professional golfer Rory McIlroy and CBS Sports reporter Amanda Balionis. These rumors come in the wake of McIlroy’s divorce filing from his wife, Erica Stoll, after seven years of marriage. McIlroy and Stoll share a young daughter, Poppy.
Divorce Details
McIlroy, 35, filed for divorce on Monday, May 13, coinciding with the start of the US PGA at Valhalla, the second major of the golf season. Reports indicate that McIlroy employed a private investigator to serve the divorce papers, with court documents citing the marriage as “irretrievably broken.”
Romance Speculation
An unsubstantiated report from the Daily Mail has fueled speculation that McIlroy is now involved with Balionis, 38, who has been a CBS Sports reporter covering the PGA Tour for seven years. The rumors gained traction following a social media post linking McIlroy and Balionis romantically.
Balionis conducted victory interviews with McIlroy on the 18th green at both the Zurich Classic of New Orleans and the Wells Fargo Championship, which he won. The interview at Quail Hollow, in particular, was noted by fans for its “flirty” nature, especially in light of the ongoing romance rumors. This interview occurred less than 24 hours before McIlroy filed for divorce.
Balionis’ Personal Life
Balionis, who is married to former NFL quarterback and current coach Bryn Renner, has been seen conducting interviews without her wedding ring, further fueling the speculation. It is unconfirmed whether Balionis is also going through a divorce, although reports suggest this might be the case. Representatives for both Balionis and Renner, as well as McIlroy’s team, have declined to comment on their private lives.
CBS Source Comments
A source at CBS Sports provided comments to the Daily Mail regarding the rumors. According to the source, Balionis “will not mind having her name linked to this story because of the profile it’s giving her.” The source described Balionis as having a “flirty nature which works well on television,” adding that her ambitious nature means she likely welcomes the increased attention.
“Amanda has always wanted to be on television. It’s her dream. She’s very likeable but one of the most ambitious people I’ve met,” said the source. “I know she’ll be loving it. I don’t mean that cruelly. She’s a nice girl, but she’s ambitious. This will give her a leg up.”
The source further mentioned that Balionis’ relationship with McIlroy might not be closer than her relationships with other players. “She has chats with the players. I guess she and Rory get on well, but I don’t know whether they’re in a relationship or not.”
McIlroy’s Upcoming Tournament
Rory McIlroy is currently participating in the RBC Canadian Open, aiming for his third victory in the tournament, having previously won in 2019 and 2022. McIlroy, the World No.3, starts as a 7/2 favorite for what would be his third victory in his last four PGA Tour starts.
Conclusion
While the rumors of a romance between Rory McIlroy and Amanda Balionis remain unconfirmed, the speculation has certainly captured the attention of the golf world. Both McIlroy and Balionis continue to focus on their professional responsibilities amid the ongoing rumors.