The U.S. men’s track and field scene continues to shine brightly, as exemplified by one standout athlete.
Noah Lyles is firmly positioned as the frontrunner for the 200-meter event at the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, with aspirations to break the world record, and he’s also a strong contender for the 100-meter event.
The 27-year-old athlete from Gainesville, Florida, is still seeking his first Olympic gold, having previously secured a bronze in the 200-meter at the 2021 Games. However, he recently dominated at the world championships, establishing himself as a formidable competitor.
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Noah Lyles celebrates after earning silver in the men’s 60m final during the World Indoor Athletics Championships 2024 at Emirates Arena in Glasgow, Scotland, on March 1. (Sam Barnes/Sportsfile via Getty Images)
Lyles has secured six gold medals at world championships, including a triple win last year in Budapest across the 100-meter, 200-meter, and 4×100-meter relay events. His impressive track record has fueled his confidence for the upcoming Olympic games in Paris.
Before joining Team USA at the Opening Ceremony, he boldly painted one word on his nails: “ICON.”
After stirring discussion last year with his comments about NBA champions not being “world champions,” he remains steadfast in his opinions despite the criticism.
Lyles is aiming to make a historic mark by winning four gold medals, having also expressed interest in the 4×400-meter relay, where he claimed silver at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in March.
Noah Lyles of Team United States competes in the men’s 60m heats on day one of the World Athletics Indoor Championships 2024 at Emirates Arena in Glasgow, Scotland, on March 1. (Michael Steele/Getty Images)
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“When it comes to the discussion of greatness, that’s what you need to accomplish. I made it clear that achieving this is my goal; why not aim for it at the grandest event, the Olympics?” Lyles told Fox News Digital earlier this year.
Nonetheless, the 200-meter world record remains his “dream goal.”
“That’s the first world record I specifically claimed as something I want to own,” Lyles expressed. “The 100-meter is still a learning process for me, but the 200 is my favorite and where I’ve invested the most effort. So when I think about it, I say, ‘Yes, that world record is the one I want to claim first.’”
Noah Lyles competes in the men’s 200-meter semifinal during the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Track & Field Trials in Eugene, Oregon, on June 28. (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
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Usain Bolt holds the current world record of 19.19, achieved at the 2009 World Championships in Berlin. Lyles’ personal best of 19.31 stands as the third-fastest time ever and the current U.S. record.
He recently clocked a personal best of 9.81 in the 100-meter at a Diamond League event.
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