Olympic Pole Vaulter Alysha Newman Speaks Out On Suspension Drama

Alysha Newman Breaks Silence on Suspension

Olympic pole vaulter Alysha Newman – also a rising star on OnlyFans – is making headlines after being suspended from her beloved sport. The 31-year-old Canadian athlete, celebrated for her bronze medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics, finds herself at the center of controversy after missing three doping tests within a year. The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) handed her a provisional suspension, stirring the waters in the athletics community.

Newman's Heartfelt Instagram Reveal

Taking to Instagram, Newman shared an emotional video to clear up the misunderstanding. "I’ve been getting so many texts... so I feel I need to clear the air," she confessed. "I owe it to Canada. I owe it to the people who have supported me from my first drug test at 16." She vehemently denied any use of performance-enhancing substances, emphasizing that the suspension stemmed purely from a "whereabouts failure," not doping.

"I’ve never missed three in a calendar year, since I’ve been 16 years old...I fell short this year. We are in the process of figuring it out," she explained.

Newman assured her fans that this setback is not the end of her career. "It isn’t the last time you’ll see me – just give me some time," she concluded, expressing gratitude for the unwavering support from her followers.

What's Next for Newman?

As the AIU deliberates over her case, the suspension remains provisional. Depending on the outcome, Newman could face a ban ranging from a year to two years. Athletics Canada voiced their support, stating, "This is an unfortunate situation, and Athletics Canada hopes to see Alysha Newman back as part of our National Team Program when she is eligible."

Balancing Athletics and OnlyFans Fame

Newman’s journey in both athletics and her OnlyFans career has been a rollercoaster. Her viral celebration at the Paris Olympics and her bold move to OnlyFans have kept her in the spotlight. Speaking to Daily Mail Sport, Newman opened up about the decision: "Whether I liked it or not, I was sexualized in the sport naturally by what I wear, and my beauty."

She further explained, "When I decided to launch OnlyFans, it was really important for me to be a part of something I could control." Despite debates surrounding her dual career, Newman remains steadfast. Reflecting on her childhood dreams, she shared, "When I was a little girl, I was told I had to choose: be an athlete or be a model. I didn’t understand why I couldn’t be both."

Newman's determination and resilience shine through as she navigates this challenging phase, poised to return stronger than ever.