Now the Most Followed Golfer on Instagram, Paige Spiranac ‘Had to Quit’ Her First Passion Due to Unfortunate Reasons

Paige Spiranac made a career switch early on in her life. During her childhood, she was working her way through life as a gymnast when she encountered the physical limitations of her injury (that she incurred while doing a Tkachev on bars). Spiranac then switched to golf and is now the most famous golfer on social media.

Paige Spiranac, 29, is famous for her fearless persona. Her style and social media presence has skyrocketed her fame in the world of golf. The now-retired pro golfer debuted on the Cactus Tour back in 2016 and grabbed her first win the same year, by beating the then top-ranked amateur Hannah O’Sullivan in Scottsdale.

Paige Spiranac and her initiation into golf as a career

Famous golfing sensation, Paige Spiranac, started out her life dreaming of being a gymnast. As she grew up, she started working for the same and practiced to fulfill her dream of becoming an Olympic gymnast.

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However, a severe and rare injury in the knees cost her dreams of becoming an Olympic gymnast. Although her father was there to support her every step of the way. He suggested her not to give up and try a career in golf.

She noted in an interview, “I was a competitive gymnast for the first part of my life.. until  I got injured really badly.  So I had to quit. My dad was like, ‘I think you would really love golf’.”

Ever since she made the switch to golf. She has not only gained success but also ample fame. Paige has had a career filled with achievements even though she quit golf quite early.

However, she found her way back through social media.

Spiranac and her experience with fame

Paige was of a very fragile age when she first tasted the true flavor of fame. She first gained popularity back in 2016. After a win, she went viral on social media and her following rapidly increased, leading to an overnight glory.

She was also ranked among the world’s best junior golfers.

Life in the spotlight is not the easiest thing to live with. Fame comes at a heavy cost and Spiranac is clearly aware of this.

However, her journey to success is an ode to remember. The way she managed to deal with the horrors of fame, and how she used it to her benefit is truly inspirational.

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