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Alright golf peeps, it's Emily with the latest news. I know you all have heard by now about Paige Spiranac's slo-mo swing videos that have completely blown up. Usually technique isn't my thing but I had to take a closer look at what all the hype was about. In a statement released today, Spiranac opened up about her motivations for sharing these intimate swing videos
Spiranac, who has millions of followers across platforms like Instagram and Twitter, said she has received feedback from fellow female golfers about the challenges of the sport's mechanics due to their body type. In a post on her Twitter account, Spiranac expressed empathy for golfers "with larger chests" who feel constrained during their swing.
I crushed that drive not gonna lie pic.twitter.com/6pMdiQ1Pos
— Paige Spiranac (@PaigeSpiranac) July 4, 2024
I gotta give it to Paige - the way she used those videos to spark a real discussion was genius. Shining a light on the very real issues women face because of their bodies...so relatable. Who knew instructionals could get so deep and get everyone talking at the same time?
"I've been doing these slow mo videos and in all seriousness it’s wild seeing what my chest has to do through the swing so my arms can clear lol I can totally understand why women with larger chests who pick up the game feel stuck and uncomfortable," wrote Spiranac. "My tip is under on the right arm and over the chest on the left at set up. Also stand a little farther away from the ball!".
She's always been one of my faves because of how fearlessly she challenges the status quo in this stuffy sport. Sure, the fuddy-duddies probably clutched their pearls but she's single-handedly opening golf up to so many new fans.
She went on to offer techniques that may help alleviate the issue, advising players to stand farther from the ball and position their arms a certain way at address. The tips aim to reduce strain on the upper body so the golf swing can flow unimpeded.
While most aspiring professional golfers focus exclusively on competitive play after college, Spiranac has found mainstream success through her online persona. A former standout at both Arizona State University and San Diego State, she opted to leverage social media to advance her golf career instead of chasing tours.
As for the videos themselves...I may or may not have hit replay a time or five while "studying her form" if you catch my drift wink emoji. That hip movement was fluid gold and you can't deny her grip is impressive. Sometimes slow mo is the only way to really appreciate things, amiright?
Spiranac's viral slow-motion videos represent her innovative strategy to connect with fans and further discussions around women's participation in the sport. By sharing an intimate perspective of her own game, she hopes to encourage more inclusion and break stigmas surrounding women players.
Only time will tell if Spiranac's approach inspires the next generation of female golfers to swing freely. But her willingness to get real about bodies and the sport is energizing new conversations.
In any case, check in for more delicious rumors and provocative commentary. And if you haven't already, follow Paige—she's a real entertainer who knows how to create waves.
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