Paige Spiranac: Golfer, Instagram Star, and Golf Advocate

Paige Spiranac is a remarkable figure in the world of golf. Notably, she boasts a staggering Instagram following of nearly 4 million, surpassing even legendary golfer Tiger Woods, who has 3.3 million followers. While this may seem surprising, her appeal extends beyond the golf course.

Born to a ballerina mother and a businessman father, Paige briefly pursued a professional golf career. She played in the 2015 Dubai Ladies Masters and secured her first professional title on the Cactus Tour in 2016. However, her unconventional and glamorous dressing style attracted criticism from fellow female golfers who accused her of sexualizing the sport. In response to the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) banning certain attire in women’s golf, Paige voiced her dissent in 2017.

Despite the controversies surrounding her image, Paige has made efforts to address critical issues within women’s golf. She advocated for the free availability of feminine products at golf courses, making life easier for female golfers and fans during long rounds.

While Paige has been known to stir up conversations with her candid comments, she is more than just her controversial image. On her social media platforms, she regularly shares valuable golf tips and content for aspiring golfers.

In addition to her golf pursuits, Paige co-authored a children’s book, “Hattie Goes Golfing,” drawing parallels to her own journey. The story centers on a gopher named Hattie who overcomes ridicule to achieve her golfing aspirations. In contrary to expectations, Paige has chosen not to venture into adult content production and has launched her platform, “OnlyPaige,” where she shares exclusive golfing content with subscribers.

Her bold presence has paved the way for other golf influencers like Holly Sonders and Hailey Rae Ostrom to gain prominence. While her methods may be debated, there is no denying that women’s golf needed a strong voice to address long-standing issues, and Paige Spiranac has certainly played that role.

Re-reported from the article originally published in The News Minute