Internet sensation iShowSpeed has warned Noah Lyles over Tyreek Hill potentially chickening out of the prospective showdown between both in 2025 after claiming the NFL star is 'scared' of him.
YouTube sensation iShowSpeed has issued a stern warning to Olympic sprint champion Noah Lyles, cautioning him about Tyreek Hill's potential antics as talks of their much-anticipated 2025 race heat up.
Drawing from his own experience, the teenage entertainer accused Hill of backing out of a previously agreed showdown, sparking doubts about the NFL star's commitment to the proposed sprint.
16:40 - 27.11.2024
Can internet sensation iShowSpeed actually beat Noah Lyles in an 100-meter dash ? 3D simulation shows how a race between the two would go
Noah Lyles narrowly beat internet sensation iShowSpeed in a recent friendly 50-meter dash that has since gone viral, but a 3D simulation has now revealed who would run faster over 100 meters.
iShowSpeed vs. Lyles: the $100K sprint
iShowSpeed recently made headlines after taking on six-time world champion Noah Lyles in a 50-meter race for $100,000.
Hosted on Speed’s YouTube channel, the race shocked many as the entertainer briefly led before Lyles’ superior technique carried him to victory. The event highlighted the online star’s raw speed, prompting comparisons with seasoned athletes.
While Speed admitted he stands no chance against Lyles over 100 meters, he confidently declared, “If we race again in the 50, it is over for him. Raw speed, I am faster than Noah. If we were both 18 and racing without training, I would win. But since he trains and has technique, he edges me now.”
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Tyreek Hill’s call-outs and alleged dodges
Tyreek Hill stirred controversy last year by accusing Lyles of faking illness to skip the Paris 2024 Olympics, where Letsile Tebogo claimed the 200-meter gold. Hill’s comments escalated when he challenged Lyles to a 50-yard dash, claiming he’d narrowly beat the track star.
However, iShowSpeed revealed on Club Shay Shay with Shannon Sharpe that Hill might not follow through. Speed claimed Hill previously challenged him, only to dodge the race when the entertainer showed up.
“Tyreek challenged me first, and I challenged him back. He told me to pull up at his practice—I can show you the messages. I pulled up, and he ducked me. He was genuinely scared,” Speed said. “He didn’t want to race me because it would have been bad for him.”
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Noah Lyles has confirmed that discussions for a showdown with Hill are ongoing, likening the potential race to a “Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul” spectacle.
Speaking with Letsrun.com, Lyles shared his excitement but remained tight-lipped about the details, hinting at a "Super Serious On Sight" series to be hosted by Terry Crews.
Meanwhile, Speed has picked sides in the hypothetical matchup. “40 yards? Tyreek has good acceleration, so I’d give it to him. But 50? That’s Noah’s.”
Despite his doubts about Hill, iShowSpeed remains open to another race with the NFL star, issuing a direct challenge: “Put your career, contract, everything on the line. Race me 40 yards on a set date. If you beat me, I’m out. But he’s not gonna risk it.”
As the buzz around a Lyles-Hill race builds, one thing is certain: iShowSpeed’s energy and willingness to take on the pros has made him a pivotal voice in the spectacle. Whether Hill shows up or not, the hype surrounding these races continues to capture the imagination of fans worldwide.