Rory McIlroy not talking about shocking divorce at PGA Championship

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It's been a decade since Rory McIlroy won the PGA Championship. But the Northern Irishman is back at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky, and will begin his pursuit of a third career Wanamaker Trophy.

But McIlroy's personal life was thrust into the spotlight when he filed for divorce from his wife, Erica Stoll, this week. 

The four-time major winner held a pre-tournament press conference on Wednesday, but before he took any questions from the reporters, the moderator made it clear that McIlroy would not take any questions about his pending divorce.

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Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland looks on from the fifth tee during the second round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 12, 2024, in Georgia.  (Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

"I believe you all saw the statement yesterday from Rory’s communication team specifically that he will not be making any additional comments on his private life, so thank you all for respecting his wishes," the moderator said at the beginning of McIlroy's media availability.

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The statement the moderator referred to was released by McIlroy's camp on Tuesday. The statement noted that the pro golfer "will not be making any further comment" and "stressed Rory’s desire to ensure this difficult time is as respectful and amicable as possible."

Rory McIlroy of Europe with his wife, Erica, after the singles matches on the final day of the 2023 Ryder Cup at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club in Rome. (Brendan Moran/Sportsfile via Getty