Noah Lyles defeated a stacked field at the London Diamond League, clocking a new Personal Best and Meeting Record to strengthen his position as the one to beat in Paris.
World's fastest man Noah Lyles has given another indication that he isn't relinquishing his status as the man to beat in Paris, after defeating a loaded field in a blistering time of 9.81s at the London Diamond League.
The American track star who has been on the wrong side of rivals and track fans' books for his vocal personality in the past few weeks, showed once again he isn't just a man of words but backs it up with actions.
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Lyles had a good start, going with the rest of the field with his strength paying off at the 60m mark as he pulled away to the finish line in a new Personal Best and Meeting Record for his winning time.
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07:36 - 20.07.2024
Usain Bolt shuts down Noah Lyles's bullish character speaking with Nigerian legendary footballer Mikel Obi
Usain Bolt believes Noah Lyles's bullish character would have been swallowed up during his era as he reflected on his career with Nigerian legendary footballer Mikel Obi.
South Africa's Akani Simbine gave a glimpse that he's also one to watch out for at the Olympics, finishing closely behind in a Season's Best (SB) of 9.86s (his second-fastest time ever), while Botswana's youngster Letsile Tebogo was third equalling his National Record of 9.88s.
With Lyles's victory, he has extended his winning streak in the men's 100m event this season, his only loss coming at the Racers Grand Prix in June, where he finished second to Jamaican speed sensation Oblique Seville.
Likewise, the American sprint champion prove he's in top shape to be in Paris and challenge for the Olympic titles, which will see him become the first sprinter since the legendary Usain Bolt to achieve such a feat.
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11:15 - 20.07.2024
American sprint icon reveals one big worry about Kishane Thompson's running style ahead of Olympics
Gatlin has revealed one big concern he has about reigning 100m World Lead Kishane Thompson's running style ahead of the 2024 Olympic games.
Finally, he has put the world leader Kishane Thompson and his rivals on notice that defeating him for the Olympic gold medal will be a huge mountain to climb, as he's ready to claim a second consecutive major championship title in Paris.