Paige Spiranac, a renowned former golfer, has become a prominent figure on social media, surpassing the Instagram follower count of golfing legends like Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy. With an impressive following of 3.7 million, she has established herself as a significant influencer in the digital realm. However, despite her online success, Paige admits to harboring feelings of envy toward her lesser-known older sister, rooted in a fierce sibling rivalry that characterized their upbringing.
Reflecting on her sister Lexie's accomplishments, Paige acknowledges her exceptional intelligence, martial arts prowess as a black belt in Taekwondo, and the physical advantages of being taller and stronger. This dynamic left Paige without any inherent advantage over her sister, contributing to their competitive relationship.
Who is Lexie Spiranac?
Lexie, being an athlete, had a remarkable collegiate athletic career with a scholarship. She achieved victories and participated in track and field events while representing Stanford University. However, Lexie is commonly recognized as the elder sister of the former golfer Paige Spiranac.
As a notable accomplishment, Lexie is a heptathlete and was a member of the 4A championship team in 2004, showcasing her athletic abilities. Furthermore, she achieved the 2007 State championship in the 5A high jump category. In terms of her records, her highest achievement was in the high jump event, where she successfully cleared 1.63 meters at the collegiate level. She is also a black belt in taekwondo.
'I was jealous of you'
Paige admitted that she couldn't engage in physical fights with her sister because she believed her sister would pose a serious threat to her life. She reflected on her feelings of jealousy, explaining that it stemmed from the fact that their father primarily raised Lexie, granting her more freedom than she had experienced herself. As the young golfer, known for her striking appearance, progressed in her career, her older sister Lexie, who was three years her senior, excelled as a top heptathlete and secured a place at the esteemed Stanford University.
Despite this, Lexie's bitterness towards Paige was just as strong, as she disclosed to Essentially Sports, "I was jealous of you because of the attention mum and dad gave you because of your exceptional abilities in sports. That was my problem. Mum didn’t understand High School. So when I got into Stanford nobody knew it was a big deal." Reflecting on their past dynamics, Lexie expressed that she felt a slight sense of jealousy towards Paige due to their mother's stronger connection with her, considering she comprehended the significance of athletic achievements while not fully understanding the importance of test scores.
In the present, the Spiranac sisters collaborate closely, contributing to the growth of Paige's brand. Paige clarified, "For people who don’t know, Lexie is part of my team. She works with me. We pretty much communicate every single day about business." Lexie contributed by mentioning that she takes on the role of a business manager, ensuring the overall stability and success of their endeavors. She described Paige as being akin to a media company, highlighting her role in the brand.
