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Gay has explained the quality about Noah Lyles that makes him such a unique athlete.
American sprint legend Tyson Gay has expressed admiration for the multifaceted talent of Noah Lyles, both on and off the track.
Lyles, known for his bold personality, has become a divisive figure in track and field, with fans either embracing his brash demeanor or labeling him as borderline arrogant.
During the Paris Olympic Games, Lyles energized the crowd with his antics in both the 100m and 200m finals.
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Asafa Powell on the quality that makes Noah Lyles special, why Jamaicans should appreciate Kishane Thompson's Olympics silver
Jamaican legend Asafa Powell has revealed the specific quality that makes Noah Lyles a special sprinter while also explaining why Kishane Thompson's 100m Olympic silver should be celebrated.
While he secured gold in the 100m, he settled for bronze in the 200m, with Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo taking the victory. After the race, Tebogo even called Lyles "arrogant" and "loud," intensifying the debate around the American sprinter's on-track persona.
Tyson Gay, the American record-holder in the 100m with a personal best of 9.69 seconds, shared his perspective on Lyles during an interview on The Powells YouTube Channel. According to Gay, Lyles' unique approach to the sport is what sets him apart.
"Honestly, I don’t think Noah Lyles feels the weight of the world on his shoulders,” Gay explained.
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“He’s been to the Olympics and is already a world champion, so I think he’s mentally strong now. I don’t think he feels that kind of pressure.”
Gay believes Lyles is positioned to dominate in the years to come, especially now that he’s entering his prime.
“I believe he’s overcome that already, but I could be wrong. He’s still young at 27, but a veteran. I don’t think he feels any pressure at this point,” Gay added.
Lyles' abilities extend far beyond the track. A lover of Japanese comics, he’s also a talented singer, rapper, and fashion enthusiast. His participation in high-profile fashion weeks in Milan and New York has dramatically boosted his marketability.
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'It set my standards' - How watching Usain Bolt at the 2008 Olympics fueled a burning desire in Kishane Thompson to cement own legacy
Kishane Thompson has explained how watching the likes of Usain Bolt, Veronica Campbell-Brown and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce dominate at the 2008 Olympics helped shape him as a sprinter.
“I’ve never seen an athlete that can do backflips after running the 100m, dance, sing, rap, and design clothes,” Gay marveled. “He can do it all. Maybe that’s his advantage.”
At 27, Lyles has already cemented his place as a top-tier athlete. With his diverse skill set and fearless attitude, Tyson Gay believes the sprinter is poised to continue making waves both on and off the track.
Lyles specializes in the 60 meters, 100 meters, and 200 meters, an event in which he boasts a personal best of 19.31 seconds, which holds the American record and ranks him third-fastest in history for the event.
Lyles has also bagged six world championship titles and consistently excelled in that event meters, becoming a three-time world champion (2019, 2022, and 2023) and earning bronze at both the 2020 and 2024 Olympic Games. He first made his mark internationally by winning gold at the 2014 Youth Olympic Games.
In 2023, he achieved a rare feat by completing a sprint treble, winning gold in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay at the World Athletics Championships.
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