Canadian pole vaulter Alysha Newman, 31, has announced she is auditioning to become a Victoria's Secret model following a 20-month ban from athletics for missing three drug tests. The Olympian and OnlyFans star revealed the opportunity on TikTok, stating 'See you soon' alongside a clip of her audition.
Newman, who won bronze for Canada at the 2024 Paris Olympics, was suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit after failing to provide samples on three occasions. The AIU noted her absence for tests in February and August last year, with reasons including a lost car key and a TV game show filming.
Her ban expires in August 2027, but the AIU imposed a shorter penalty because Newman indicated she had decided to end her career. She has not formally announced retirement, but has moved to Los Angeles during her suspension.
The Victoria's Secret casting call for the 2026 fashion show closes in May 2026. Newman has previous modelling experience with Agent Provocateur, Nike, and Rado.
Newman's athletic achievements include a Commonwealth Games gold and bronze, as well as two world championship finals. She faced criticism at the Paris Games for twerking after her medal win.
