Rory McIlroy is widely regarded as one of the best golfers in the world. This week he will be competing in the US Open, a tournament he won before in 2011. The Northern Irishman is regularly cheered on at his events by his wife Erica Stoll.
But before getting married, McIlroy explained how Stoll prefers to keep away from the limelight.
Speaking to the Independent, he said: “Erica has been around me quite a lot at tournaments but we have really just tried to keep it low key.
“For me, Erica brings such a level of normality to everything. She has a calming presence, a sereneness and that’s not just on me; it is noticeable in any company.
“She never wants to be the centre of attention and is always very comfortable in the background.
“She has been a great influence on me and has given such a great balance to my life – between who I am when people see me out here and who I am at home.”
