Rory McIlroy insiders reveal hidden role wife Erica had in Masters win after divorce shock

Rory McIlroy achieved his lifetime goal of winning the Masters on Sunday – but he couldn’t have done it without the backing of his supportive wife, Erica. The couple shocked the world in May 2024 when McIlroy filed for divorce after seven years, citing an ‘irretrievably broken marriage’ as the reason for the split.

Shortly after news of the divorce broke, McIlroy was seen without his wedding ring while playing at the 2024 PGA Championship in Louisville. “Rory McIlroy’s communications team confirmed today that a divorce has been filed,” a spokeswoman for McIlroy said that same month. “They stressed Rory’s desire to ensure this difficult time is as respectful and amicable as possible. He will not be making any further comment.”

However, just one month after filing for divorce, McIlroy confirmed that he and Stoll would remain together. He said at the time: “There have been rumours about my personal life recently, which is unfortunate. Responding to each rumour is a fool’s game. Over the past weeks, Erica and I have realised that our best future was as a family together. Thankfully, we have resolved our differences and look forward to a new beginning.”