UPDATE: Golf influencer Paige Spiranac has opened up about her emotional struggles during the ongoing $1 million Internet Invitational, following a wave of cruel online comments. In a heartfelt series of videos shared on her Instagram Story, Spiranac revealed the profound impact of negative feedback, stating it has resurfaced long-buried “insecurities” from her past.
In her emotional address, Spiranac displayed a screengrab of alarming direct messages, including one that read, “I f–king hate you… Go kill yourself you stupid c–t.” The influencer, visibly shaken, explained how such hostility has deeply affected her. “This hate for some reason has just been really hitting home for me,” she shared, emphasizing her lifelong struggles with social acceptance.
Spiranac expressed a desire to belong within the golf community, admitting, “I know it might sound weird considering what I do, but I’m just not effortlessly liked.” Her participation in the Internet Invitational, which features 48 golf content creators and is backed by Barstool Sports and Bob Does Sports, was a moment of joy for her, making the backlash all the more painful.
“… at the end of the invitational, I was really excited because I felt like I could fit in in the industry,” Spiranac explained. However, the subsequent wave of criticism led to a painful realization, as she reflected on her childhood insecurities and reiterated, “… it’s just hard because you feel good in that moment… then it’s like just kidding.”
The Internet Invitational, which is being broadcasted over the next two weeks, features three winners who will split the $1 million prize. Spiranac’s team has successfully advanced past the initial rounds, competing against 23 others for the grand prize.
In a follow-up post, she addressed her fans, apologizing for her emotional state: “Hi good morning. Sorry for being emo last night but thank you again for all the super kind messages.” She humorously noted that she would save her deeper insecurities for her next therapy session.
This developing story highlights not only the pressures faced by public figures in the age of social media but also underscores the importance of mental health and community support in overcoming personal challenges. As Spiranac continues to navigate the highs and lows of her public persona, her candidness about these issues resonates with many who have faced similar battles.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Internet Invitational unfolds and as Paige Spiranac continues to share her journey with fans around the world.
