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US sprint king Noah Lyles has expressed his delight after powering the US 4x100m team to Olympics qualification with the Americans sealing tickets to Paris in four of out of five events.
Multiple world champion Noah Lyles has expressed his delight after Team USA qualified for the Olympics in four of five events at the World Relay Championships in Bahamas on Saturday.
In a display of sheer dominance, the American squad secured berths in the men’s and women’s 4x100m relays, the women’s 4x400m relay, and the mixed-gender 4x400m relay by finishing in the top two of their respective first-round heats.
Star sprinter Lyles, renowned for his breathtaking performances, anchored the U. men’s 4x100m relay to victory in their heat, setting the stage for a thrilling final on Sunday, where lane draws for the Paris Olympics will be determined.
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“On to Paris,” Lyles roared via a social media post following his team’s win.
Meanwhile, Gabby Thomas, a pivotal member of the US women’s 4x100m gold-winning team at last year’s World Championships, once again showcased her prowess as she helped propel the American quartet to victory in the 4x100m heat.
Despite a setback with the men’s 4x400m relay team being disqualified due to a technical rule violation, the US remains hopeful of securing their Olympic berth either through the repechage round on Sunday or via their current top-ranking position in the world rankings.
With a rich history of relay excellence, the US team aims to continue their legacy at the upcoming Paris Olympics, with the final relay pool selection contingent upon individual performances at the Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon, from June 21-30.
Reflecting on their recent Olympic achievements, where they clinched gold in the men’s and women’s 4x400m relays, silver in the women’s 4x100m relay, and bronze in the debut of the mixed 4x400m relay, the US is determined to make a resounding statement in Paris.
While the US showcased their supremacy on the track, traditional rivals Jamaica also made their mark by securing a spot in the men’s 4x100m relay, setting the stage for an exhilarating showdown between the two sprinting powerhouses.
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