- Lyles claimed the Olympic 100m title at Paris 2024
- Fred took bronze in 9.81 seconds
- Lyles erupted in celebration
In a heart-stopping finale, US sprint sensation Noah Lyles claimed the Olympic 100m title at Paris 2024, edging out Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson by a mere five-thousandths of a second.
Lyles, known for his showmanship, produced a stunning comeback in the second half of the race to triumph in a personal best time of 9.79 seconds, matching Thompson’s impressive debut performance.
The electric atmosphere at Stade de France was palpable as Lyles overhauled his rivals, securing a dramatic victory that marked the beginning of his quest for a potential four gold medals at these Games.
Fred Kerley, the former world champion from the United States, took bronze in 9.81 seconds, narrowly outpacing South Africa’s Akani Simbine.
In an extraordinary display of speed, all eight finalists finished within 0.12 seconds of Lyles, showcasing the exceptional talent on display.
Notably, Italy’s reigning champion Lamont Marcell Jacobs and Jamaica’s rising star Oblique Seville were pushed out of the medals, highlighting the intense competition.
As the official result flashed on the big screen, Lyles erupted in celebration, ringing the victory bell repeatedly as he solidified his position at the pinnacle of the sport.
With his sights set on further success in the 200m and relay events, the 27-year-old American sprint star has undoubtedly made his mark on the Paris 2024 Olympics.
