Brooks Koepka recently posted a congratulatory message to his wife Jena Sims on Instagram for being featured in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. Some fans speculated that this post was a dig at Rory McIlroy, whose divorce from wife Erica Stoll was recently announced. Comments on Koepka’s post joked about the timing and suggested that he was trying to get into McIlroy’s head before they face off in the PGA Championship. Despite the speculation, Koepka and McIlroy have a good relationship and have developed a friendship over the years.
McIlroy and Stoll met in 2012 while he was still dating his former fiancée Caroline Wozniacki. After breaking off his engagement to Wozniacki, McIlroy and Stoll began dating and eventually got engaged in 2015. They got married two years later and have a daughter together. McIlroy has spoken highly of Stoll and her positive influence on his life, praising her for bringing a sense of normality and balance to their relationship. Despite their divorce, McIlroy has expressed his desire for the process to be respectful and amicable.
Koepka and McIlroy have had a friendly rivalry on the golf course, with Koepka admitting that he looked up to McIlroy when he was first starting out in his career. The two athletes practice together and live in the same area, which has helped foster their friendship. Despite the rumors of Koepka taking a jab at McIlroy with his social media post, it seems that the relationship between the two is based on mutual respect and camaraderie.
McIlroy’s communication team confirmed the divorce filing, emphasizing McIlroy’s wish for a respectful and amicable separation. The news of the divorce came right before the PGA Championship, where McIlroy is a favorite to win. Despite the personal struggles, McIlroy is focused on his performance in the tournament and is working towards maintaining a positive relationship with Stoll during this difficult time. The couple had been together for several years and had a daughter together, making the separation a challenging and emotional process for both parties.
