‘Erica Was Lonely’: Amid Shock Dating Rumors, Rory McIlroy Hit by Disastrous Claims About Marriage to Ex-Wife

The news of Rory McIlroy‘s divorce from Erica Stoll has been widely discussed in the golf world. However, while the divorce itself is filed, the reason behind it remains bizarre. Since divorce is an uncommon decision, what prompted Erica to take this step?

The couple decided to end their relationship after nearly seven years of marriage, having tied the knot in April 2017. Recently, an exclusive source disclosed to US magazine that, “Rory was difficult to be married to,” and apparently, “Erica was lonely in their marriage.” Despite being well aware of the golfer’s nature, Erica decided to give their relationship another try after the birth of their child, Poppy. She usually remained absent for most of his tournaments and was very focused on bringing up her daughter. However, things didn’t work out between them, and their relationship reached its breaking point.

However, shortly after reports of the divorce emerged, another rumor began circulating about the Irishman. This time, CBS reporter Amanda Balionis is involved, with rumors circulating about her and McIlroy being romantically interested. This speculation surfaced shortly after the divorce news, as reported by The Daily Mail. The news forum referred to their chemistry as “the talk of the links.”

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Following the golfer’s victory at this year’s Wells Fargo Championship, Balionis conducted the post-tournament interview wearing a matching top to that of McIlroy’s. Balionis seemed comfortable alongside Mcilroy, giggling and seemingly flirting. “What gear did you have to find to assert your dominance once more over Quail Hollow?” the reporter asked, leaving fans trying to connect the dots. During the interview, the golfer mentioned his mother and shared a message for her on Mother’s Day — all happening just one day before he filed for divorce from Stoll in Florida.

McIlroy also assisted the reporter by filming a promo for her nonprofit organization, Puppies & Golf. This organization dedicates itself to protecting and advocating for dogs, serving as a community resource, providing grants to families, shelters, and rescues, and supporting military veterans. As rumors about the reporter persist, in the meantime what will happen to the golfer and his soon-to-be ex-wife’s daughter?

Will Rory McIlroy take custody of Poppy?