Move over, Tiger. There’s a new golf theory taking over the greens, and it doesn’t involve swing mechanics, club upgrades, or fancy footwork. No, Paige Spiranac—golf’s unofficial queen of chaos—has once again flipped the sport on its khaki-clad head with a rule that’s equal parts scandalous and sassy: “Less clothes, better scores.”
Yes, she said it. Out loud. On the internet. And she meant it.
After enduring what she called a “horrendous” round on the course, Paige took to social media and made a vow that had fans—and a few country club executives—spitting out their Arnold Palmers. “Clearly I wasn’t wearing enough,” she joked, before promising to test her “golf outfit theory” in her next outing. Spoiler alert: it involves showing more skin and taking fewer bogeys.
Naturally, the internet imploded.
Within minutes, golf bros, fashion influencers, and every person who’s ever touched a 9-iron had an opinion. Some called it genius. Others called it gimmicky. But all eyes were on Paige as she strutted onto the course in a curve-hugging, cleavage-forward ensemble that would’ve gotten a priest to swing a club.
And here’s the kicker—she played better. Significantly. Cue the “I told you so” smirk and an Instagram caption that read: “Scientific proof. You’re welcome.”
While golf traditionalists clutched their polos, Spiranac fans celebrated the revolution. Paige has long used her platform to challenge the stuffy, exclusive nature of the sport. Her latest stunt wasn’t just a viral moment—it was a playful jab at a system that often tries to sideline women who don’t fit the mold. “I’m tired of people saying you can’t be sexy and serious about sports,” she’s said before—and her wardrobe theory might just be the most Paige way to prove it.
Of course, the backlash came in hot. Critics accused her of “distracting from the sport,” while others took it a step further, questioning if she even belongs on the course at all. Her response? A wink, a sun-kissed selfie, and another killer swing.
Bottom line? Paige isn’t trying to be your typical golfer. She’s rewriting the playbook—one outfit at a time. And if that means breaking a few dress codes along the way? Even better.
So, does less clothing really mean better golf? For Paige Spiranac, the answer is a confident, camera-ready “yes.”