Rory McIlroy, the Northern Ireland golf superstar, has sent waves of excitement through the golfing world with the announcement that he and his wife, Erica Stoll, are expecting their second child. The news came just days after McIlroyâs historic victory at the 2025 Masters Tournament, where he clinched the coveted green jacket and completed his career Grand Slam, joining an elite group of golfing legends. The timing of the announcement has sparked a frenzy of congratulations from fans, fellow players, and the broader sports community, adding a personal triumph to McIlroyâs professional milestone.
The couple, who have been married since 2017, shared the joyful news during a heartfelt moment following McIlroyâs emotional win at Augusta National. In a press conference, McIlroy revealed that Erica is due to give birth later this year, and the couple already knows the gender of their babyâa boy. The announcement was met with cheers from the audience, as McIlroy beamed with pride while discussing his growing family. He also shared that they have chosen the name Finn for their son, a nod to their Irish heritage and a name they felt was both meaningful and timeless. âWe wanted something that felt connected to our roots,â McIlroy said, explaining that Finn, meaning âfairâ or âwhiteâ in Gaelic, resonated with them deeply.
McIlroy and Stoll are already parents to their four-year-old daughter, Poppy Kennedy McIlroy, born in August 2020. Poppy has become a beloved figure at golf tournaments, often stealing the spotlight during events like the Masters Par 3 Contest, where she charmed fans by sinking a putt in 2025. The coupleâs decision to expand their family comes after a rollercoaster year that saw them briefly file for divorce in May 2024 before reconciling a month later. McIlroy has spoken openly about the importance of family, crediting Erica and Poppy for providing balance and perspective in his high-pressure career. âTheyâre my rock,â he said, emphasizing how fatherhood has transformed his outlook on life and golf.
The announcement has been met with an outpouring of support on social media, with fans and fellow golfers alike sharing their excitement. âCongrats to Rory and Erica! What a yearâGrand Slam and a baby boy on the way!â one fan posted on X. Another wrote, âFinn McIlroy is going to be a future golf star, just watch!â The golf community, known for its tight-knit camaraderie, has rallied around the couple, with players like Justin Thomas and Shane Lowry sending public congratulations. Lowry, a close friend, jokingly remarked that Finn might one day join Poppy on the Par 3 Contest green.
As McIlroy prepares for the upcoming U.S. Open and the next chapter of his career, heâs also looking forward to embracing fatherhood again. The coupleâs move to the United Kingdom, planned after the U.S. Open, will provide a fresh start for their growing family. With a new home near Wentworth Club in Surrey and a second child on the way, McIlroyâs life off the course is shaping up to be as remarkable as his achievements on it. The golf world eagerly awaits Finnâs arrival, celebrating this new milestone for one of the sportâs brightest stars.
