Canadian pole vaulter Alysha Newman made headlines and captured the internet’s attention during the Summer Olympics in Paris with a unique celebration that quickly went viral.
Newman, who became the first Canadian woman to win an Olympic medal in pole vaulting by securing a bronze medal, celebrated her achievement with a playful “fake injury-twerk” after clearing 4.85 meters—a new national record for Canada.
The viral moment not only solidified her place in Olympic history but also turned out to be a lucrative business move. Newman, who had already established a presence on OnlyFans prior to competing in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, saw her account skyrocket in popularity following her viral celebration.
Speaking with Jake Nisse of the Daily Mail, Newman revealed that she gained 20,000 new subscribers since the start of the Paris Olympics. With her subscription price currently discounted to $7.79 per month (down from the usual $12.99), those new subscribers alone could bring in approximately $150,000 per month.
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Despite the controversy often associated with OnlyFans, Newman expressed confidence in the platform’s future. “I’m well aware of the stigma surrounding OnlyFans,” she acknowledged, “but I have so much faith in the company and where it’s going.” Newman emphasized that the financial success she’s achieved through OnlyFans, along with other sponsorship deals, has played a significant role in her athletic success. “The knowledge that I’ve been able to accumulate because of my financial gains with OnlyFans and my other sponsors has only helped me secure this bronze medal more than ever,” she said.
In addition to her success on OnlyFans, Newman has also seen a massive surge in her social media following, with an estimated 200,000 new followers on Instagram, bringing her total to over 700,000.
While her celebration may have borrowed inspiration from a soccer player, it’s clear that Newman’s bold move has paid off in more ways than one, elevating her profile both as an athlete and a savvy businesswoman.
