LOS ANGELES, CA – Golf influencer and podcast host Paige Spiranac sent the internet into a frenzy this week after teasing an “18+ only” golf tip on her various social media channels. The post, which featured her signature blend of humor and intrigue, quickly went viral, with speculation running wild about the nature of the mature-rated advice.
The caption, simply stating, “You have to be 18 years or older for this one,” was enough to generate thousands of comments guessing everything from a risqué mental game strategy to a technically complex driver swing secret.
However, in a classic bait-and-switch that has become a hallmark of her brand, Spiranac used her popular podcast, “Playing A Round with Paige Renee,” to reveal the tip, and it had nothing to do with anatomy or innuendo. The “18+ only” requirement was about maturity and mindset, not titillation.
So, what was the controversial tip?
Stop caring what other people think.
“My one tip, and honestly the most important one for any golfer, is to stop letting the opinion of others dictate your game and your enjoyment,” Spiranac explained to her listeners. “But that’s an adult concept. It takes real maturity to block out that external noise—whether it’s a critical playing partner, someone judging you on the range, or the comments section online. You have to be 18 or older not in age, but in mindset, to truly grasp it and implement it.”
The simple yet profound advice resonated deeply with her audience, though it was not what many were initially expecting.
“I saw the headline and my mind went straight to the gutter, I’ll admit it,” said one fan on Twitter. “But she got me. And honestly, it’s the best golf advice I’ve heard in years. It’s so true.”
The stunt is a masterclass in modern content creation and a testament to Spiranac’s unique position in the golf world. She expertly leverages the curiosity that surrounds her persona to deliver genuinely valuable content, all while poking fun at the stereotypes and perceptions she often faces.
“People are always expecting something provocative from me,” she said with a laugh during the podcast episode. “And sometimes I like to play into that, but always with a purpose. This time, the purpose was to talk about the mental game. The pressure to perform, the fear of judgment—it’s the number one thing holding amateur golfers back. Conquering that is a grown-up skill.”
The reaction has been overwhelmingly positive, with coaches and mental game experts praising the message. Dr. Alan Richardson, a sports psychologist, commented, “What Paige is talking about is foundational. Performance anxiety and social scrutiny are massive barriers. Framing it as an ‘adult’ concept is a brilliant way to get golfers to take it seriously.”
In the end, the “18+ only” headline did exactly what it was designed to do: it grabbed attention. But instead of leading to something salacious, it led to a powerful lesson in confidence and self-assurance—proving once again that Paige Spiranac is far more than a clickbait headline. She’s a savvy businesswoman who knows how to drive a message home.