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Olympic 'hottie' Luana Alonso updates after 'inappropriate' expulsion

Originally posted on The Athlete Lifestyle on SI
By Matthew Graham | Last updated Aug 5, 2024 12:58 PM ET

Where in the world is Carmen Sandiego, or in this case, Luana Alonso?

Many outlets were reporting the at the Paraguayan swimmer was kicked out of the Olympic Village of the Olympics Games Paris 2024 for “creating an inappropriate environment.”

It turns out that if that were the case, she’s happily returning to the United States and her college life at SMU in the suburbs of Dallas, Texas. She posted on her latest Instagram Story, “Pony up” with what looks like the peace sign emoji, but in actuality is the Mustangs’ “pony ears” sign along with of course the school's cheer.

After a tearful goodbye announcing her retirement at the Paris Olympics after failing to qualify in the 100-meter butterfly semifinals, the social media influencer remained relatively quiet on social media as she reportedly stayed in the Olympic Village.

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— Luana Alonso OLY (@luanalonsom) July 24, 2024

So it’s unclear what to believe about the reports of her alleged inappropriate behavior, but in the meantime, she’s back at SMU to fulfill her dreams of getting a degree, while also most likely looking to improve her status as a social media star.

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A post shared by Luana Alonso (@luanalonsom)

In the world of any publicity is good publicity, these reports can only help grow her following. And to think, she didn’t have to post anything to do it.

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This article first appeared on The Athlete Lifestyle on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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