Glamour in the Greens
First, there’s the well-known example of Anna Kournikova, a tennis player turned model who never quite made it to tennis glory. Now meet Paige Spiranac, a golfing powerhouse with more than just a pretty face. Unlike some, she did not let her amazing appearance deter her from pursuing success in her favorite sport. Paige was up in a sports-loving family, and her gymnastic background influenced her blossoming golf career. Striking a mix between grace and technique, she has demonstrated that, while local victories are admirable, the professional league truly tests your mettle, and she is ready for the task.
A Twist of Luck
Paige didn’t give up on her golfing aspirations as she rose to fame on YouTube. She headed into the rough terrains of the Cactus Tour with more than just likes and followers in mind. Designed for bright female professionals in the Western United States, this trip became her fight. Her irons sang as she ended many matches in the top 20 and even defeated Hannah O’Sullivan in a thrilling sudden-death playoff. However, the LPGA’s grand stage remained elusive. The 2016 qualifying tournament left her without a card, putting the professional circuit barely out of reach but not breaking her enthusiasm.