Colin Montgomerie gives evidence in a divorce action in which he’s suing his estranged wife for £5million
The former captain for the European Ryder Cup team split from Gaynor, 50, in 2015 after allegations emerged about the golfer's private life
GOLF legend Colin Montgomerie has given evidence at Scotland's highest civil court in a divorce action in which he is suing his estranged wife for £5million in a dispute over her home.
The former captain for the European Ryder Cup team split from Gaynor, 50, in 2015 after allegations emerged about the golfer's private life.
Judge Lord Doherty heard, at the Court of Session in Edinburgh, claims about the alleged unfairness of a "post nuptial agreement" which was signed between the couple in 2010.
Montgomerie, who currently lives in Ayrshire, believed the deal wasn't fair and reasonable.
He is suing Gaynor for £5million and is also demanding payments from her of £6,500 per month.
Much of what was said at the hearing cannot be reported for legal reasons.
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Gaynor is demanding Montgomerie honours the alleged deal. She is counter suing him for £5million and £10,000 per month payments.
Montgomerie, who is thought to be a £40 million fortune, captained Europe to Ryder Cup victory in 2010.
He and Gaynor married in 2008.
He and first wife Eimear divorced after 14 years in 2004.
He is represented in the current proceedings by advocate Kenneth McBrearty QC. Gaynor's advocate is Janys Scott QC.
Montgomerie's solicitors issued a statement to reporters in their client's name at lunchtime.
In the statement, Montgomerie said: "I will not be commenting on my private life other than to confirm that I raised proceedings some time ago seeking divorce from Gaynor.
"This matter is now being dealt with by the court. I ask that you respect our privacy in this difficult time.
"I will be making no further comment on the matter."
The hearing before Lord Doherty continues.
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