Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll’s Divorce Drama: Missed Deadlines and Legal Woes
Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll’s Divorce Drama: Missed Deadlines and Legal Woes
In a shocking turn of events, PGA Tour star Rory McIlroy has filed for divorce from his wife of seven years, Erica Stoll. The four-time major champion cited their relationship as “irretrievably broken” in his filing, which could proceed uncontested after Stoll missed the deadline to respond.
The couple, who married in 2017 and share a three-year-old daughter named Poppy, appeared to be a strong unit until recent developments revealed otherwise. McIlroy served the divorce papers to Stoll at their Jupiter home before the PGA Championship in Kentucky last month.
Florida law requires a response within 20 calendar days of receiving divorce papers. According to the Daily Mail, Stoll failed to meet this deadline on Sunday, risking a default divorce. This means the court could grant McIlroy’s requests without Stoll’s input, including shared custody of their daughter and enforcement of their prenuptial agreement.
The divorce papers were handed to Stoll by local police officer Carl Woods, who emphasized the importance of a timely response. He warned, “A phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be filed if you want the Court to hear your side of the case.”
McIlroy has remained tight-lipped about his personal life since the filing. His manager, Sean O’Flaherty, issued a statement stressing McIlroy’s desire to handle the situation respectfully and amicably. During a press conference at Valhalla Golf Club, McIlroy deflected personal questions, focusing solely on his readiness to play.
Adding to the intrigue, McIlroy has been romantically linked to CBS Sports broadcaster Amanda Balionis. Although they were seen together at the RBC Canadian Open, neither has commented on the rumors of a romantic connection.
As the drama unfolds, the golfing world watches closely to see how this high-profile divorce will impact McIlroy’s career and personal life.
