American sprinter Noah Lyles tested positive for COVID-19 two days before the 200m final at the Paris Olympics, which significantly impacted his performance, resulting in a bronze medal. Lyles, who had hoped to replicate Usain Bolt's 100m-200m double victory, was seen wearing a mask and was taken off the track in a wheelchair after the race. The Paris Olympics have seen over 40 athletes, including British swimmer Adam Peaty and Australian swimmer Zac Stubblety-Cook, test positive for COVID-19, highlighting a broader rise in cases globally. The World Health Organization emphasized the ongoing circulation of the virus and the need for enhanced vaccination and response measures. In the U.S., COVID-19 cases are increasing, with the CDC noting a significant rise in positive test rates and recommending updated vaccines for the fall.