Noah Lyles, a 26-year-old sprinter, secured his spot at the Paris 2024 Olympics by winning the 100m title at the US Olympic trials. Despite a slow start, Lyles finished strong with a time of 9.83 seconds, matching his personal best in the event. Reflecting on his performance, Lyles emphasized the importance of the second half of the race, noting that his execution of the race plan was key to his success.
In an interview after his victory, Lyles shared his strategic approach to the race, stating, “This was basically the plan, and the plan is working right now. Every step I took, it felt correct and I felt well in my positions.” He described how he maintained proper form and technique throughout the race, leading to a powerful finish. Lyles finished ahead of fellow sprinters Kenny Bednarek and Fred Kerley, both of whom also qualified for the upcoming Olympics in Paris.
Notably, Christian Coleman, the 2019 world champion in the 100m, narrowly missed out on Olympic qualification after finishing fourth in the trials. Lyles, who won bronze in the 200m at the Tokyo Olympics, expressed disappointment with his performance in that event and is determined to secure a spot in the 200m race at the Paris Games. As the reigning World Champion in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay, Lyles is a strong contender in both sprint events.
Looking ahead to the upcoming competition, Lyles exuded confidence, stating, “It’s just more confidence. More confidence all the way. Came out here [and] tied my [PB]. It’s everything that I want moving forward.” With his sights set on further success at the Paris Olympics, Lyles will compete for a place in the 200m event next weekend, where he is considered the favorite to win.
As the official streaming platform for the Olympic Games, discovery+ will provide comprehensive coverage of Paris 2024, offering viewers the opportunity to watch every moment of the competition. Fans can look forward to witnessing Lyles and other top athletes from around the world compete for gold in a variety of sports. With his impressive track record and determination to excel, Lyles is poised to make a strong showing at the Paris Games and continue his legacy as one of the top sprinters in the world.
