Paris 2024: Noah Lyles Secures 100m Gold, Crowned World’s Fastest Man
After winning the 100-meter gold medal at the Olympics in […]
After winning the 100-meter gold medal at the Olympics in Paris on Sunday night in a time of 9.79 seconds, American sprinter Noah Lyles officially became the fastest man in the world as of right now.
Lyles’ dramatic victory secured via a dramatic photo finish marked the first time an American has won the men’s 100m Olympic gold since Justin Gatlin in 2004.
READ ALSO: Paris 2024: Oleksandr Usyk To Award Prize Money To Ukrainian Boxers
In an exciting race, Lyles defeated Kishane Thompson of Jamaica, who also finished in 9.79 seconds.Fred Kerley of the United States took third place with a time of 9.81 seconds.
The packed crowd at Stade de France held their collective breath as the runners awaited the photo review, unsure of who had emerged victorious.
READ ALSO: Paris 2024: Dina Asher-Smith Secures Spot In 100m Semifinal
The 27-year-old celebrated his victory with jubilation, ringing the victory bell repeatedly as he basked in the glory of his achievement.
TRENDING VIDEO OF THE DAY;
PHOTO CREDIT: Getty