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After nine years of marriage, LIV Golfer Pat Perez and wife Ashley Perez have decided to part ways. The couple has somewhat earned a reputation for being in hot waters due to their controversial remarks against some pros. Even the legendary golfer Tiger Woods once got caught in their blazes.

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Pat Perez’s soon-to-be ex-wife, Ashley Perez, is known for her unfiltered opinions and controversial take on the golf world. In the past, she has made harsh comments about Phil Mickelson and Rory McIlroy. However, her comments about Woods are deemed to be the worst take from her by the fans.

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Ashley Perez’s ‘illegal’ punch on Tiger Woods

Ashley Perez is a professional inventive engineer and designer. But she is popular in the golf world for marrying Pat Perez and her hot takes. In the past, she made a harsh comment about Tiger Woods and his car accident. The 48-year-old was contemplating his golf career’s end after the accident left him with multiple leg injuries.

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However, Ashley did not feel sympathetic towards the American golfer, claiming this was a result of him driving intoxicated. She made a bizarre comment, stating, Literally, driving under the influence is illegal. I don’t feel bad for him. Thank God he didn’t kill anyone. See ya.”

This take from her attracted criticism from the fans of the legendary golfer. Woods is currently in recovery mode from his near-fatal accident, promising to play one event per month this season. On the other hand, Ashley is working out the dissolution of the marriage between her and Perez.

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While the couple will be separated, Ashley will be remembered by golf fans as a controversial figure. During their marriage, Ashley was a big supporter of Perez’s time on the PGA Tour and also the LIV Golf. But along with that, she had some hot takes about other golfers.

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Ashley had harsh comments about Rory McIlroy and Phil Mickelson too

Last year, she became the center of attention when she wished Rory McIlroy had been punched in the face. When news about McIlroy and his caddie Joe LaCava was fresh, she had a harsh comment, stating, I can’t possibly be the only one that would absolutely love to watch Rory get punched in the face. I mean, in the nicest way possible… kinda.”

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Furthermore, Phil Mickelson also came under fire from Perez’s soon-to-be ex-wife. According to reports, the couple was invited to a dinner by Mickelson. During the dinner, Lefty allegedly showed his guest a photograph of himself that Ashley found offensive while Perez was in the restroom.

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This incident led to strains in the relationship between Phil Mickelson and Pat Perez. Now the relationship between Pat Perez and his wife is in its final stages. And with that, the era of controversial decisions by the couple will also come to an end.

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Ajitesh Rawat is a WNBA and College Basketball Writer at EssentiallySports, where he leads the outlet’s Strategy Desk. With a research-driven approach and a reader-first mindset shaped during his stint as a Content Analyst, he covers the mechanics of the game with depth and precision. From injury reports and roster depth charts to player trades and transfer portal moves, Ajitesh brings clarity to the decisions that shape outcomes. Known for highlighting under-covered talent across the women’s game, his reporting has also earned him a spot in ES’ Journalistic Excellence Program. Beyond basketball, Ajitesh’s versatility has seen him spearhead LPGA and LIV Golf coverage while contributing to esports and FPS gaming guides, a reflection of his background as both a game developer and digital strategist. That unique blend of technical expertise and editorial instinct allows him to navigate fast-moving sports landscapes while connecting fans to the tactical and cultural undercurrents driving the games they love.

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