Noah Lyles 100m

Noah Lyles triumphed in the 100-meter final at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, winning gold by a mere five-thousandths of a second over Jamaica's Kishane Thompson, both recording a time of 9.79 seconds. This victory marks Lyles as the first American to win the Olympic gold in this event since Justin Gatlin in 2004, and it follows his bronze medal in the 200 meters at the Tokyo Games. His victory was celebrated with excitement, including a shoutout from NASCAR champion Kyle Busch, who expressed support for Lyles prior to the race. Lyles attributed his success to a detailed pre-race mental script developed with his sports psychologist, which he followed meticulously. After the race, Lyles confidently proclaimed, “America, I told you I got this,” reflecting his determination and readiness for the upcoming 200-meter event. With this win, Lyles has solidified his reputation as a leading figure in sprinting, aiming for more medals in the remaining competitions of the Paris Games.