Paige Spiranac's Grey Jumpsuit Sparks Online Meltdown - And She's Not Having It

By Lewis Barnett 18 April, 2025 6 mins read 106 Views

I nearly spit out my coffee yesterday scrolling through the comments on Paige Spiranac's latest post. People losing their minds over... wait for it... a grey jumpsuit. A JUMPSUIT. Not even the tiny bikinis she's known for - a full-body outfit that happens to be backless. The pearl-clutching was next level.

Listen. I've been following Paige's career since 2019, and this reaction feels particularly ridiculous. The woman can't win.

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The $8K Instagram Queen vs. The Golf Establishment

Paige has built an empire on Instagram with a cool 4 million followers - that's more than Rory McIlroy, who just won the Masters, for crying out loud. And according to RotoGrinders (my buddy who works there texted me teh numbers last week), she's making approximately £8,000 PER POST compared to McIlroy's £6,512. That's some serious cash for posting photos where she happens to be attractive while also being good at golf.

The grey jumpsuit in question showed up on her feed with a caption about returning to the range where she hit her first golf ball. Nostalgic, right? But apparently showing the outline of your body while swinging a club is just too much for some people to handle in 2025.

What's a Girl Gotta Do?

Paige actually responded to the criticism, writing: "People are so mad about this outfit. The funny part is I really thought it was one of my more conservative looks lol."

I mean... she's not wrong. Have these critics seen her Halloween costumes? The Harley Quinn outfit from 2022? Or when she dressed as Cammy from Street Fighter with that green leotard? The jumpsuit is practically business casual by comparison.

The Curious Economics of Being Paige

Back in March, I spent an entire afternoon going down a rabbit hole about influencer earnings after my editor bet me $20 I couldn't find out how much Paige actually makes. (I won that bet, btw.) The numbers are staggering.

While McIlroy took home a tidy £3.16 million for winning the Masters, Paige is quietly building an empire post by post. With her 2024 calendar sales, sponsored content, and those £8K-per-post earnings, she's laughing all the way to the bank.

God. Remember when golf was just about golf?

The "Distraction" Argument Makes Me Want to Throw My Phone

Some commenters called her outfit a "distraction" - which is code for "I can't handle seeing a woman with a body doing sports stuff." It's 2025, people. Women have bodies. Sometimes those bodies are in jumpsuits. Sometimes those jumpsuits are backless. The world continues spinning.

I showed the post to my husband (who doesn't follow golf at all) and his response: "That's what people are upset about? Have they never been to a public golf course in summer?"

From Pro Golfer to Social Media Phenomenon

What's fascinating about Paige's journey is how she's transformed from a professional golfer into arguably the sport's biggest influencer. She's created this weird middle ground where she provides actual golf tips while also posing in outfits that make traditionalists clutch their visors.

And it's working.

Her content ranges from serious swing advice to posing in a stars and stripes bikini eating hot dogs during the US Open. She's built a brand on being both knowledgeable adn attractive - and some people just can't compute that combination.

The Uncomfortable Truth About Women's Golf

I interviewed a female golf pro last year (who asked to remain anonymous because... well, you'll see why). She told me: "Women's golf has always had this impossible standard. Look attractive but not TOO attractive. Be feminine but not sexy. Be good but not intimidating to men. Paige just said 'screw it' to all those unwritten rules."

Poor Paige. Earning millions while people complain about her backless jumpsuit. I'm sure she's devastated.

The reality is that golf has always had this weird relationship with women's bodies and what they're allowed to wear. The LPGA had a dress code crackdown in 2017 that banned "plunging necklines" and "leggings unless under a skort or shorts." Meanwhile, male golfers can wear whatever moisture-wicking performance gear they want.

So... What's Actually Happening Here?

I feel stupid now for even giving this "controversy" attention, but it highlights something important about how we still view women in sports. Paige has found a way to monetize both her golf skills and her appearance in a world that usually forces women to choose one lane.

The grey jumpsuit that launched a thousand angry comments is just the latest chapter in the ongoing saga of "woman exists in public, people have opinions about it."

Meanwhile, she's laughing all the way to the bank. And honestly? Good for her.

Frequently Asked Questions

What role does technology have in the training of a professional golfer?

The use of technology is an integral part of the training arsenal for professional golfers. High-speed cameras can provide slow-motion analyses of the swing while launch monitors offer detailed feedback such as ball speed and launch angle. Golfers and their coaches use this data to make informed adjustments to swing mechanics and equipment choices. Wearable fitness equipment tracks physiological data, allowing fitness programs to be tailored and recovery monitored. Virtual reality and simulations can also provide immersive practice situations, especially when outdoor conditions do not allow for it.

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Statistics

Professional golfers under the age of 25 spend, on average, 10% more time on driving range practice compared to those over 25.
About 70% of professional golfers report practicing in adverse weather conditions to improve their adaptability to the elements.
Nearly 80% of professional golfers engage in regular physical fitness programs designed specifically for golf.
According to a fitness survey, 55% of professional golfers prioritize yoga and pilates for improving flexibility and core strength.
Approximately 65% of a pro golfer's training time is allocated to short game practice, including putting and chipping.
An estimated 60% of professional golfers change at least one piece of their equipment each season.
Nearly 40% of professional golfers update their swing analysis software at least once every two years to stay at the forefront of technology.
A survey suggests that 75% of pro golfers use a sports psychologist to aid with mental training and performance.

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