However, it was subsequently revealed that she was merely teasing, as she bowed her legs, placed her palms on her thighs, and began twerking.
The celebration was met with disapproval by certain observers, including a BBC commentator who was covering the track and field event. They expressed their doubts by stating,
“I’m not sure about that celebration,” as reported by The Mirror. Nevertheless, Newman’s improvised performance was well-received by others.
One user wrote, “Bronze for Alysha Newman in pole vault, gold for Newman in the best celebrations of the Paris Olympics,” and added, “The fake hammy twerk.”
“Alysha Newman,” inquired another user on social media. Was that a twerk? Before concluding, she stated, “That was fantastic; she fully engaged in the experience.”
“Did Alysha Newman just successfully pole vault AND TWERK? LET’S GO GIRLS,” a third person shared, according to the outlet.
