Noah Lyles made history at the Olympics in Saint-Denis, France, by winning the 100-meter dash and becoming the first American to do so in 20 years. In a nail-biting finish, Lyles edged out Jamaican Kishane Thompson by a mere .005 seconds, with Fred Kerley of the United States coming in third. The race was so close that the electronic timers had to go down into thousandths of a second to determine the winner.
Lyles’ winning time of 9.784 seconds was a personal best for him and showcased his speed and determination. He will now be a favorite in the 200 meters event, aiming to join Usain Bolt as a runner who has won both Olympic sprints. The victory marked a significant moment for American track and field, as Lyles broke the streak of non-American winners in the marquee 100-meter event.
The close finish and Lyles’ celebration added to the excitement of the race, with other notable performances at the Olympics, including Yaroslava Mahuchikh winning gold in the high jump for war-torn Ukraine and a thrilling rivalry between Josh Kerr of Britain and Jakob Ingebrigtsen of Norway in the 1500 meters. The track and field events at the Olympics continue to provide thrilling moments and showcase the talent and dedication of athletes from around the world.
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