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Banned Olympian Alysha Newman Eyes Victoria's Secret Catwalk
6 May
Summary
- Alysha Newman banned for 20 months due to missed drug tests.
- She received an invitation for a Victoria's Secret fashion show audition.
- Her suspension expires in August 2027, allowing career reassessment.
Canadian pole vaulter Alysha Newman, an Olympic bronze medalist, is currently navigating an uncertain future in track and field. She has been suspended for 20 months from competition due to three missed unannounced drug tests within a 12-month period. While speculation about her retirement has surfaced, the 31-year-old athlete has yet to make a formal announcement regarding her departure from the sport.
Adding a surprising turn to her recent activities, Newman announced on Tuesday afternoon that she has secured an audition with Victoria's Secret. A portion of the invitation she shared indicates a "chance to walk in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2026." This pursuit aligns with her previous modeling endeavors, including professional headshots taken in Los Angeles earlier this year.
Newman's suspension is scheduled to expire in August 2027. This timeframe allows her to reconsider her athletic career. The Athletics Integrity Unit granted her a reduced suspension of 20 months, acknowledging her stated decision to conclude her track and field career.
