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Paraguayan Swimmer Luana Alonso Teases Return After Olympic Controversy and Retirement

Alonso, who left the Paris 2024 Games under scrutiny and pivoted to social media, hints at resuming swimming while balancing studies and online ventures.

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Overview

  • Luana Alonso, 21, represented Paraguay in the women’s 100m butterfly at Paris 2024 but failed to advance beyond the heats, finishing 29th overall.
  • She was removed from the Olympic Village mid-tournament for reportedly creating an 'inappropriate atmosphere' and announced her retirement shortly after.
  • Following her retirement, Alonso launched an OnlyFans account and gained significant attention for her social media presence, including viral posts from the Games.
  • In a recent Instagram Q&A, Alonso stated she plans to return to swimming next year but remains uncertain about competing at a professional level.
  • Alonso continues to study Political Science in the United States, expressing aspirations for a future in sports administration alongside her digital ventures.