Sydney Thomas, the now iconic ring girl who turned heads at the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight, has the internet gasping for air once again. This time, it isn’t boxing gloves or bright lights putting her in the spotlight, it’s a white tank top and two photos that have social media users throwing around “Roll Tide” like they’re die hard Alabama fans overnight.
From The Ring to “Roll Tide” Royalty
On October 20th, Sydney Thomas posted on Twitter two words that ignited X (formerly Twitter) with passion: “Roll Tide!!” Included was a picture of Thomas outside at night with hands lodged deep in jeans pockets, wearing a white tank top with big red letters on the chest reading “BAMA.” Alabama spirit never did look so newsworthy.
Within hours, her simple college themed fit was trending across timelines, proving once again that Thomas has mastered the art of making the ordinary extraordinary.
The Selfie Heard Around the South
The going-viral moment didn’t end here. There was a fan account that is solely devoted to Thomas that posted a selfie that quickly went in overtime with almost two million views. The picture was that of Thomas beaming brightly into the lens with the very same “BAMA” top on from what seemed like a mirror setup in a bedroom backdrop. There was a tiny bandaid on her chest that fans amusingly obsessed over in the comments.
The selfie sealed it: she is now more than a viral ring girl, she’s posted as social media’s favorite muse of the week.
Social Media Won’t Do
The X reaction was instant, raw, and thirsty as can be. Here’s a sampling of what fans had to say:
- “Luckiest bandaid ever”
- “Mommy? Mommy? Mommy!”
- “I see lots like the BAMA build now.”
- “That tide is rolling for sure.”
- “Ok. I never did like college football football, but I suppose I do now, lol. Roll Tide, amirite?!?!”
- “WOW”
The reactions varied from sly sports adlib to over-the-top expressions of adoration, revealing just how quickly Thomas is capable of transforming a football phrase into a cultural phenomenon.
