Rory McIlroy Sparks Romance Rumors with CBS Reporter Amanda Balionis
Rory McIlroy Sparks Romance Rumors with CBS Reporter Amanda Balionis
Golfing superstar Rory McIlroy has recently been the subject of speculation after being seen cuddling with CBS sports reporter Amanda Balionis. This comes just weeks after McIlroy, 35, filed for divorce from his wife, Erica Stoll, ending their seven-year marriage.
The rumors ignited when photos surfaced of McIlroy and Balionis looking cozy following a lighthearted interview at the Hamilton Golf and Country Club in Ontario, Canada. The pair were seen laughing and joking throughout the interview, which led to a wave of surprise and comments from fans online.
“A very smiley interview there with Rory McIlroy and Amanda Balionis,” one fan remarked, while another added, “I’m shocked CBS Sports allowed this…” Speculation about their relationship quickly followed, with one fan suggesting, “That would be a pretty cool couple,” while another was more skeptical, saying, “I would think Amanda gets hugs from many people…”
Amanda Balionis, 38, has also been at the center of divorce rumors. According to The Sun, she was recently seen without her wedding ring, fueling speculation about her marriage to football coach Bryan Renner, whom she wed in 2022.
Balionis, who has been with CBS Sports for seven years, is well-known for her golf coverage and has interviewed McIlroy multiple times. Their most recent interaction, where McIlroy scored 13 under par and tied for fourth at the Canadian Open, only added to the chatter about their chemistry.
Despite the speculation, sources close to the pair have downplayed the rumors. According to US Weekly, McIlroy and Balionis maintain a professional relationship and are simply close friends.
As McIlroy prepares for his upcoming tournaments, including the Memorial Open at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Ohio and the US Open at Pinehurst, fans will undoubtedly keep a close eye on his interactions both on and off the course. Whether there’s more to his relationship with Balionis remains to be seen, but the golfing world will be watching closely.
