Since his rise to golfing stardom in 2009, McIlroy has been linked to several high-profile women.
Here, we delve into Rory's tumultuous love life - from rumors of a romance with Meghan Markle to his brief engagement to former world number one tennis star Caroline Wozniacki, who subtly jabbed at him in a live TV interview at Augusta earlier this week, reports the Mirror US.
Megan Markle rumors
Before Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, found her prince charming in Prince Harry, she was rumored to have a connection with golf star Rory McIlroy.
Balionis and McIlroy didn't address the rumors of infidelity, but a tipster close to the situation reportedly told Us Weekly that they were not romantically linked.
Switching gears
Rory looked set on moving past the rumor mill as, nearing the latter part of last year, his family joined in the celebration after he stepped off the green at the DP World Tour Championship.
I love that she knows everything about me, and there was no judgement there. However, despite much gossip, internal sources claimed Meghan and the sporting star remained firmly just pals.
Allegedly, around the same time, Meghan was entwined with chef Cory Vitiello. McIlroy joyfully hugged his little daughter and then shared a kiss with Stoll.
Later, during the post-tournament ceremony on the 18th green, he paid homage to his loved ones, expressing to Erica and Poppy, "I love you," amidst his victory speech.
I had a reason to out Andy’s affair. He cheated on Erika with his male caddy and used Amanda as a beard.”
MaryAnn Reilly O’Neill
Also, rumors earlier this year suggested that Rory McIlroy was in a romantic relationship with CBS reporter Amanda Balionis. Or at any age, to be honest. Over the past weeks, Erica and I have realized that our best future was as a family together.
this stupid s*** is ridiculous," they wrote. She penned: "Ah yes.
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Meghan Markle rumors
Before Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, found her prince charming in Prince Harry, she was rumored to have a connection with golf star Rory McIlroy.
That Rory McIlroy."
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She continued: "He is a force who has the propensity to actually work hard and play hard - relishing intense practices to substantiate his title, embracing nights of sipping Opus One (his bold and impressive choice of wine) and indulging in group dinners at Cipriani - for the balance, of course.
"And yet, beyond his work/play ethic, the most endearing quality of this man is his character - as real and honest as they come, appreciating a simple smile, never shunning a fan photo, enjoying a plate of pasta with veal ragu, and expressing a love for his parents that is rarely seen in men his age.
Thankfully, we have resolved our differences and look forward to a new beginning."
Amid this patch-up phase, gossip linked Rory with CBS Sports journalist Amanda Balionis, 38, hinting at sparks post their interview embrace at the RBC Canadian Open in Hamilton, Ontario. Despite being married to football coach Bryn Renner, Balionis had been seen without her wedding ring and had reverted to using her maiden name.
The couple remained silent on the whispers of separation.
Responding to each rumour is a fool's game.
And perhaps that is what makes him even more cherished."
Love rumors swirled when, months later in October 2014, they were seen cozying up during dinner at Dublin's hip Fade Street Social.
McIlroy and Diamond have been close friends for many years and started working together in 2017 after McIlroy parted ways with his previous caddie, JP Fitzgerald.
One person humorously implied that Rory must have been in a relationship with his caddie, Diamond, given his lack of golf knowledge.
They sarcastically mentioned the club selection on the 17th hole at Pinehurst and predicted that Bryson DeChambeau would win the title, ending with a chant of “USA, USA, USA!”
This would make sense how he has this guy on the bag who knows nothing about golf 😂 thanks for handing Rory that 7 iron on 17 at pinehurst.
The papers were lodged at Palm Beach County State Court in Florida on Monday, May 13, 2024.
"Rory McIlroy's communications team confirmed today that a divorce has been filed," a statement from the 35 year old golfer's representatives revealed.
The Northern Irish golfer and his wife, Erica Stoll, publicly announced their separation in May.
However, just a month later, the couple called off the divorce, and they have since been seen together on several occasions.
Folks Suspect The Relationship Between Rory McIlroy And Caddie Harry Diamond Since He Has No Knowledge Of Golf
Neither Rory McIlroy nor his caddie Harry Diamond have commented on the severe accusation.
The filing was made in Palm Beach County State Court in Florida on Monday, May 13, 2024.
"Rory McIlroy's communications team confirmed today that a divorce has been filed," read a statement from the 35 year old's team.
Highlights
Folks humorously implied that Rory must have been in a relationship with his caddie, Diamond, given his lack of golf knowledge.
Another account linked to MaryAnn Reilly O’Neill admitted that posting about Rory McIlroy was wrong.
It explained that she had shared the affair details about Andy because he had made her life difficult for years.
She further claimed that McIlroy had used a woman named Amanda to cover up the affair, referring to her as a “beard.”
Not sure how @McIlroyRory can have any influence on a major biz decision in golf when he can’t even figure out his own life.
It explained that she had shared the affair details about Andy because he had made her life difficult for years.
However, she apologized, saying it was a classless move and that she felt ashamed and regretful for what she posted about Rory.