Olivia Dunne, former LSU Tigers gymnast and girlfriend of Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes, has attracted significant attention this summer despite stepping away from gymnastics. Having retired in April after five years competing in collegiate athletics, Dunne remains active on social media, where she recently launched a playful contest for her followers to win one of her Polaroid pictures.
The contest was announced via an Instagram story, inviting fans to submit their funniest comments for a chance to earn a unique keepsake. Dunne’s post quickly generated responses from notable figures such as model Lily Chee and Dunne’s sister, Julz Dunne, sparking lively interaction.
“Funniest comment wins this polaroid, go,” Dunne captioned the story featuring her picture.
Model Lily Chee expressed enthusiasm for the prize, prompting a cheeky exchange:
“Bring this to my apt now so I can put it on my fridge!” Chee wrote.
“I’ll bring u a special one.”
Eventually, Olivia’s sister Julz was declared the winner with her witty entry:
“12th year senior yearbook photo,” Julz commented.
Olivia congratulated her sister by inviting her to claim the Polaroid:
“You win go get the Polaroid in the living room.”
Paul Skenes Maintains Lead in NL Cy Young Award Race
As Olivia Dunne’s social media presence continues to grow, Paul Skenes has been excelling in his second major league season. The Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher, known for his dominant performances on the mound, is currently leading the National League race for the Cy Young Award, an honor given annually to the best pitchers in <a href="https://www.buzzineintl.com/category/baseball/mlb/”>MLB.
Skenes, who was named the National League Rookie of the Year last season, reaffirmed his elite status by starting the All-Star Game for the second year running in July. His strong form has made him a front-runner in the vote conducted by a panel of MLB analysts.
The Pirates ace maintains a lead over Philadelphia Phillies pitchers Zack Wheeler and Christopher Sanchez, who are also contenders for the prestigious pitching award. Olivia Dunne has publicly supported Skenes by sharing the latest Cy Young poll updates from MLB on her social media.
Growing Spotlight on Skenes and Dunne as Season Progresses
The combination of Paul Skenes‘ bright prospects on the baseball field and Olivia Dunne’s engaging social media activities creates a shared spotlight for the couple. As Skenes pursues one of the highest honors in baseball, Dunne’s presence beyond gymnastics has captivated a wide audience through lighthearted contests and consistent interaction with her followers.
The continuation of Skenes’ strong pitching performances will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike, while Dunne’s social media influence shows no signs of slowing, highlighting their combined appeal both on and off the field.