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As Rory McIlroy teed off on Sunday at the Masters with a two-stroke advantage and the opportunity to complete golf’s rare Grand Slam, two very important people were in the crowd cheering him on—his wife, Erica Stoll, and their daughter, Poppy. While the tournament itself was filled with tension, McIlroy and Stoll’s personal journey added another layer of emotion.
In May 2024, after seven years of marriage, McIlroy filed for divorce. However, in a touching and unexpected turn, the couple decided to reconcile just a month later, withdrawing the filing and deciding to rebuild their damaged relationship. Needless to say, the past year has been eventful for the couple.
Happy Again after Turbulent Divorce Drama
Sunday painted a different picture of the relationship McIlroy and Erica a year ago. McIlroy was overcome by tears of joy as he embraced Erica and their four-year-old daughter, Poppy, in an emotional celebration after his Masters win.
The Northern Irishman won his first green jacket and completed the career grand slam with a dramatic win over England’s Justin Rose in a one-hole playoff at Augusta National during the 2025 Masters.
Immediately after the win, McIlroy went straight to Erica, his wife of eight years, who looked stunning in an all-white outfit and a striking wide-brimmed hat, and wrapped her in a heartfelt embrace. He then crouched down to hug Poppy, who appeared a bit overwhelmed by the moment, before lifting her into his arms as tears continued to stream down his face.
