You don't need to be in the ring to steal the spotlight. Sydney Thomas, the viral ring girl who captivated millions during Jake Paul's fight with Mike Tyson in November 2024, is proving that once again with a jaw-dropping swimsuit photo that has social media buzzing.
The 24-year-old has become a household name in the sports world, not just for her brief but memorable ring duties, but for the massive following she's built since. Her Instagram feed is a mix of glamour and grit, and her latest post—a sizzling swimsuit snap—has fans hitting the like button like never before.
Thomas's rise to fame was meteoric. After that Paul-Tyson bout, her follower count exploded, leading to endorsement deals with major brands like DraftKings Sportsbook. But she's not just a pretty face; she's navigating the chaos with a level head. "I have a lot of people in my circle that are very trustworthy," Thomas told Fox News Digital. "It's a lot. A lot of people have come at me, saying a lot of things, giving their two cents, but I am blessed to have fallen in with the right people."
While she's not currently slated for any upcoming boxing events, Thomas is keeping her name in the conversation. She's previously expressed interest in posing for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, a goal she's been open about. "There have been a lot of conversations around that," she said. "I would love to do it. Hopefully, that can be a thing."
Though no SI collaboration is confirmed yet, her latest swimsuit photo is a clear signal that she's ready for the spotlight. The image, posted to her Instagram, shows Thomas in a sleek swimsuit that highlights her athletic build, and fans are eating it up. It's reminiscent of other sports figures who've turned to swimsuit snaps to connect with fans, like tennis star Marta Kostyuk or volleyball star Kayla Simmons.
Despite the online frenzy, Thomas has managed to keep her personal life relatively private. She's focused on her career and the opportunities that have come her way, and she's not letting the noise distract her. "I am blessed to have fallen in with the right people to be able to trust them and the advice they're giving me," she said.
For now, Thomas is content to let her photos do the talking. And with this latest swimsuit post, she's got everyone's attention—again. Whether she's in the ring or on the beach, Sydney Thomas knows how to make an entrance.
