Paige Spiranac is turning rivalry into redemption. After falling just short in last year's Internet Invitational, the golf influencer is back with a chip on her shoulder and a rematch already in the books.
Spiranac and her team finished second in 2025, losing to a squad that included Barstool Sports' Francis Ellis, who walked away with a slice of the $1 million purse. But instead of dwelling on the defeat, Spiranac is using it as fuel.
This week, she invited Ellis onto her channel for what she's calling a "revenge match." The playful but competitive showdown was announced with a pointed message: "One of us played competitive golf and the other is the 2025 Internet Invitational champ. Revenge match is live."
The stakes are higher this year. The Internet Invitational is set to return with a massive $4 million prize pool, and Spiranac is determined to be the one holding the trophy at the end.
Last year's loss hit harder than just the scoreboard. Spiranac admitted she slipped into a "funk" afterward, overwhelmed by negative feedback and her own anxiety.
"I am in a bit of a funk, a rut if you will, and it's not like a one or two day thing," she shared. "This has been going on for a little bit. I feel like I've just been so in my head about everything and I'm just trying to work through it. I think that's why I haven't been posting as much because I am just overthinking everything and I just feel like my anxiety has taken control."
She's now pushing herself to step back into the spotlight, posting more and shaking off the mental fog. Her recent cooking video that racked up 7 million views shows she's regaining her stride, and her fans are rallying behind her comeback.
The rematch with Ellis isn't just about settling a score—it's a statement. Spiranac is proving she's not defined by one loss. And with the bigger prize on the line, she's ready to show the internet what she's made of.
All eyes will be on her when the Internet Invitational returns later this year. Expect fireworks, drama, and a golfer who's learned that sometimes the best way forward is to embrace the pressure.
