News of Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll’s impending divorce after seven years of marriage has sent shockwaves through the golfing world and left their neighbors and members of the exclusive Florida golf club where they reside questioning what went wrong.
McIlroy, the Northern Irish golf sensation, filed for divorce on May 13, signaling an end to their decade-long relationship that began when they met at the Ryder Cup in 2012 and later tied the knot in a star-studded ceremony in 2017.
Their split has caught many off guard, with McIlroy seen without his wedding band at the PGA Championship and Stoll spotted without her engagement ring. The South Florida elite, where the couple has been a part of the community for over five years, are particularly stunned by the news.
According to a source close to McIlroy, he is known for being down-to-earth and private, which has left members of Bear’s Club golf course, where he frequently plays, wondering about the circumstances surrounding the divorce. McIlroy’s private nature has kept speculation about his family life to a minimum, adding to the confusion among his peers.
Previously, McIlroy had spoken fondly about his relationship with Stoll, highlighting their friendship before romance blossomed. He expressed pride in their journey together and gratitude for her support throughout his career.
Despite the unexpected turn of events, McIlroy and Stoll are navigating their separation privately, focusing on co-parenting their daughter, Poppy, born in 2020. As speculation swirls around the reasons behind their split, their neighbors and the golfing community are left pondering what led to the end of their once seemingly blissful marriage.
