WWE Signs Three Olympic Athletes from Canada, South Africa, Austria

WWE has announced the signing of three Olympic athletes—Shady Elnahas from Canada, Francois Prinsloo from South Africa, and Aaron Fara from Austria—to its NXT brand and Performance Center, marking a significant push to recruit elite international talent. Elnahas, a decorated judoka, brings multiple gold medals from Pan-American Games and Commonwealth Games along with participation in the 2020 and 2024 Olympics. Prinsloo, a discus thrower and 2024 Paris Olympian, adds impressive strength and athleticism to WWE’s roster. Fara, also a judoka and 2024 Paris Olympian, competed in both individual and mixed team events, bringing a reputation for aggressive style. These signings reflect WWE’s continued strategy to integrate world-class athletes from diverse backgrounds into professional wrestling, following the success of former Olympians like Kurt Angle and Ronda Rousey. While it remains to be seen how their Olympic skills will translate to WWE, their international experience and athleticism position them as promising future WWE Superstars.