Poppy McIlroy
Definition
Poppy Kennedy McIlroy is the daughter of professional golfer Rory McIlroy and his wife, Erica Stoll McIlroy. Born on August 31, 2020, in Jupiter, Florida, she has become a beloved fixture at golf events, often seen caddying for her father or sinking impressive putts at the Masters Par 3 Contest.
In golfing pop culture, 'Poppy McIlroy' refers to the toddler-turned-junior phenom who effortlessly captures hearts—and sometimes the spotlight—while her dad hunts majors.
Examples
Poppy McIlroy's epic putt on the ninth hole at the Masters Par 3 had the crowd cheering louder than for some pros.
While Rory grinded through 18 holes, Poppy McIlroy preferred the sweeter path: dad's bag on her shoulder and an ice cream cone in hand.
Golf's next big thing? Poppy McIlroy, who already out-putts her playdate rivals without spilling her snack.
Rory McIlroy credits his daughter Poppy for keeping him grounded—literally, since she makes him chase her around Augusta.