Noah Lyles of the United States made history by winning the men’s 100m dash gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in a thrilling finish at Stade de France. Lyles, known for his exceptional speed and performance, overcame doubts and secured victory in a photo finish against Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson. The race was the closest Olympic 100 final ever, with Lyles winning by a mere five-thousandths of a second.
The sold-out stadium and both athletes had to wait for a review of the photo finish to determine the winner, with Lyles ultimately coming out on top with a time of 9.784 seconds compared to Thompson’s 9.789 seconds. The bronze medal went to Fred Kerley of the U.S. who narrowly beat out South Africa’s Akani Simbine.
Lyles’ victory not only marked his first Olympic gold but also kept alive his dream of potentially sweeping the 100m and 200m titles, a feat last achieved by Carl Lewis in 1984. The win was a testament to Lyles’ determination and skill, proving that he is a force to be reckoned with in sprinting. With confidence in his abilities, Lyles looks ahead to the 200m event with the goal of continuing his winning streak and solidifying his status as a top contender in track and field.
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