Report: Court docs reveal why Rory McIlroy split from Erica Stoll

World number two golfer Rory McIlroy has recently made headlines with the filing of divorce papers from his wife Erica Stoll, shedding light on the reasons behind the split. According to reports from the New York Post, McIlroy took this step after seven years of marriage, citing an irreparably broken relationship.

Adding another layer to the story, McIlroy has reportedly enlisted the legal services of Thomas Sasser, the same attorney who represented Tiger Woods during his highly publicized divorce from Elin Nordegren in 2010. This move hints at the complexity of the situation and McIlroy’s intention to navigate it with professional assistance.

Sports Illustrated has also revealed the existence of a prenuptial agreement between McIlroy and Stoll, indicating prior provisions made in anticipation of such circumstances. The news of the divorce filing surfaced on May 14th, just a day after McIlroy clinched his 26th PGA Tour title at the Wells Fargo Championship.

McIlroy and Stoll exchanged vows in 2017 and share a four-year-old daughter named Poppy. The couple’s relationship began during the 2012 Ryder Cup at Medinah, where Stoll, then working for the PGA of America, played a pivotal role in ensuring McIlroy made it to his match on time after a scheduling mishap.

Despite the public nature of McIlroy’s career, Stoll has maintained a low profile over the years, often seen supporting her husband at major championships and Ryder Cups. Amidst the divorce proceedings, McIlroy’s agent Sean O’Flaherty emphasized the golfer’s commitment to handling the situation with respect and amiability.

McIlroy is scheduled to address the media on May 15th ahead of the 2024 PGA Championship, where he will compete alongside LIV Golf’s Dustin Johnson and former world number one Justin Rose in the first two rounds. As the golfing world awaits further developments, the focus remains on McIlroy’s performance on the course amidst personal challenges.