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- Noah Lyles beat Jamaica's Kishane Thompson on the line after both athletes clocked similar times in a tension-packed final
- The American sprinter is now the reigning world champion and Olympic champion after his heroics in Budapest last year
- Lyles has inspired his fans with a message of resilience and belief after winning Gold at the Paris Olympics with a finish time of 9.784 seconds
On a warm Sunday evening in Paris, beneath the iconic lights of the Olympic Stadium, Noah Lyles claimed the title of the fastest man alive.
His victory, marked by a finish time of 9.784 seconds, represented more than just a record-breaking sprint—it was a triumph over a lifetime of challenges.
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Lyles is renowned for his vibrant personality and his tendency to wear his emotions on his sleeve.
Before the opening ceremony, he boldly wrote "ICON" on his nails, embodying both his confidence and his commitment, per the Washington Post.
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What many don’t see, however, are the personal struggles he has faced.
He has channelled these challenges into motivation, offering inspiration to anyone who needs it.
Lyles' inspirational message after winning Gold
Lyles, the newly crowned 100-meter champion, took to social media not to boast but to inspire. His message was simple yet powerful: obstacles do not define you.
"I have Asthma, allergies, dyslexia, ADD, anxiety, and Depression," he wrote on X. "But I will tell you that what you have does not define what you can become. Why Not You!"The race was a thrilling nail-biter, culminating in a photo finish against Jamaica's Kishane Thompson.
Lyles narrowly secured the win by just 0.005 seconds, thanks to a last-second lean.
This victory is historic, marking the first time an American has won the Olympic 100 meters since Justin Gatlin in 2004.
But Lyles isn’t stopping here; he’s now focused on the 200 meters, aiming to add another gold medal to his collection on Wednesday.
Reason Lyles was declared 100m winner
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Noah Lyles matched his big talk by sprinting to 100m Olympic glory in Paris on August 4.
So close was the race that Lyles beat pre-race favourite Kishane Thompson by five-thousandths of a second. Thompson had run impressive times in the heats and semi-finals, leaving many fans convinced he was the favourite.
The naked eye shows the Jamaican sprinter reached the line first, but after what looked like an extremely long wait, Lyles was awarded the win, sparking emotional celebrations.
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