Social media erupted in response to Paige Spiranac’s accompanying tweet, “Really wanted to slow it down so you could see the golf swing mechanics.” She was dressed in a fitted blue top and a short white skirt in a 16-second video that showed golfers how to achieve club head speed through crucial elements of her golf swing: hip turn and weight transfer.
Paige’s method aligns with findings from biomechanics studies published in the “Journal of Sports Sciences” that show golfers can gain up to 20% more distance on their drives by achieving crucial hip/shoulder separation.
In a matter of hours, the video has garnered more than 2 million views, proving Spiranac’s popularity among her 4-million-strong fan base, attracted by her friendly tips and appealing golf presentation. Ever since her retirement in 2016, she has been one of the most prominent influencers in women’s golf.
The feedback ranged from critical to appreciative: “This golfing icon is always looking for attention,” wrote one; “Excellent form. Took multiple viewings to get through it,” wrote another. “I have never been interested in golf before,” wrote the third, while another wrote, “You have an unfair advantage with Newton’s Cradle in your sports jersey.“
