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Sydney Thomas, a 20-year-old University of Alabama student, has found herself in the spotlight after an unforgettable evening as a ring girl during the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. The highly anticipated match, which saw Paul claim victory after eight rounds, also made Thomas a household name overnight.
An Overwhelming Amount of Love
Following her appearance, Thomas turned to Instagram to express her gratitude for the flood of support she’s received. “I woke up to an overwhelming amount of love and support from all of you. I can’t thank you guys enough or begin to express how grateful I am,” she shared in an Instagram Story, as reported by the New York Post.
The young ring girl added, “I love you all — thank you for your kind words,” acknowledging the encouragement from her rapidly growing fanbase.
A Rising Social Media Star
Thomas’s popularity skyrocketed after the event. By November 19, her Instagram followers had soared past 627,000, while her TikTok audience grew to 930,000.
In a lighthearted TikTok post the morning after the Netflix-streamed match, Thomas shared her reaction to her sudden fame. Captioned, “I’m happy you guys enjoyed the broadcast!” the video shows her waking up with the text, “Waking up to see I’m trending for the Tyson v Paul fight,” written above. A voiceover of Thomas excitedly exclaims, “Oh my god,” capturing her genuine surprise.
Fans Declare Her the “Main Event”
Support poured in across Thomas’s social media platforms, with fans showering her with praise. One admirer called her “the best part” of the fight, while another enthusiastically declared, “SYDNEY THOMAS WAS THE MAIN EVENT.”
@iamsydneythomas ring girl, close enough 🤷🏼♀️ #paulvstyson #ringgirl ♬ Ring trend – Audreyy
A Historic Opportunity
Reflecting on her role in such a significant event, Thomas shared her excitement on Instagram. “Getting the opportunity to step into the ring with @MikeTyson and @JakePaul for such a historic fight is something I never imagined I’d be able to say,” she wrote.
She went on to thank Most Valuable Promotions, the team behind the event, adding, “History was made, and I’m truly honored to have been a part of it.”
From Discovery to Stardom
Thomas revealed during a Q&A session on Instagram that her journey began when she was scouted on social media. The Tyson-Paul fight marked only her second outing as a ring girl, her debut being an October event in Puerto Rico, also for Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions.
The Future Looks Bright
Sydney Thomas has quickly become more than just a ring girl; she’s a rising star. Her magnetic presence and positive interaction with fans have set her on a trajectory beyond the boxing ring. Whether through social media, future fights, or other opportunities, her newfound fame shows no signs of slowing down.
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