At the 2024 Paris Olympics, U.S. athlete Noah Lyles won gold in the 100-meter race but tested positive for COVID-19, ending his Olympic campaign early after securing bronze in the 200-meter race. Lyles, a heavy favorite, struggled during the 100m race and required medical attention post-race but expressed pride in his performance. His withdrawal marks a significant turn for Team USA, which had high hopes for his participation in the 4x100-meter relay. The race, hailed as one of the greatest in Olympic history, marked the first time eight sprinters finished under 10 seconds in a wind-legal race. Among the spectators, four-time Olympic champion Michael Johnson lauded the final, declaring it the best 100m race he had ever witnessed.