Eight years after exchanging vows on New Year’s Eve in 2015, Ashley and Pat Perez’s marriage came to an abrupt end in November 2023. Ashley Perez filed for divorce from the LIV golfer. But amidst the chaos, the mother of two has found solace in her greatest priority: her children. 

Recently, Ashley Perez took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message, offering a rare glimpse into the challenges of raising their 3-year-old son Paxton. Paxton was born in August 2021. The golfer was not there for his son’s birth as he was playing for a spot in the FedExCup playoffs that year.

Ashley acknowledged the unknown difficulties Paxton faced from the start, saying, “My beautiful little boy, Paxton, I want to take a moment to express how deeply sorry I am for the challenges you faced during your entrance into this world. Yet, every day I am filled with gratitude that you are okay. It’s a bittersweet journey, but I believe that our experience was meant to guide me toward a greater purpose.” 

However, as Pat Perez’s wife navigates this new chapter, she’s determined to turn her experiences into a force for good. She revealed that her son’s struggles have inspired her to create an organization that will help countless families in the future. She wrote, “You, my sweet Paxton, are the reason behind this mission. Your name graces the company I built, a testament to your incredible spirit. You are a survivor. Together, we will save thousands of babies and mothers around the world. This one’s for you, my love.”

Despite the turmoil of her relationship with the golfer, Ashley remains focused on Paxton’s well-being. Now, as she and Pat Perez navigate the uncharted territory, their divorce proceedings continue to unfold. Meanwhile, Ashley Perez forges a new path, and her estranged husband faces his own set of challenges.

A double blow for Pat Perez: Divorce and career uncertainty

Per their consent, it appears as though the pair will legally part ways with one another. However, another challenge looms on the horizon. One that threatens to derail his 2025 LIV golf season is the well-documented risk of relegation. To avoid that, he needs to be in the top 48 players in the Saudi-backed league. The 48-year-old’s fate hangs in the balance, and he knows it’s a self-inflicted wound. 

Currently teetering on the edge at 48th position, he acknowledged his subpar performance. “I’ve played terrible this year,” he admitted, citing the turmoil in his personal life as a contributing factor. He added, “When I’m home, I have a lot of stuff going on, so I haven’t practiced as much. I have the two  kids. I don’t have all day to go practice, and then it’s 1,000 degrees on top of it. I haven’t had the clearest mind, to be honest. Hopefully, I make it to next year. I’d love to get a fresh start and try again.”

Now, as he searches for his game on the driving range, Perez can’t help but describe this year as a “nightmare.” But will he be able to turn his fortunes around, or will the double blow prove too much to overcome?