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Noah Lyles has shared his desire to shield future kids from his legacy, ensuring they forge unique identities and journeys.
Paris Olympic 100m champion Noah Lyles is not just the fastest man in the world but also a thoughtful one when it comes to shaping the lives of his future children.
In a candid conversation on the latest episode of the Beyond the Records podcast, co-hosted with fellow track stars Rai Benjamin and Grant Holloway, Lyles opened up about his plans for family life, his engagement, and his aspirations for his children to chart their own unique paths.
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The discussion took an emotional turn when Lyles addressed the potential pitfalls of being the child of a global icon.
“Not naming any of them after me. No juniors,” Lyles stated, reflecting on the stigma often attached to children of famous parents.
“I always felt that it gives such a strong stigma to the kids. It puts you on to them. Like, oh, yeah, your dad is this, and your dad is that, and he did this, and he worked with so and such, and you wouldn't be amazed at things. And now you have that name, so you almost lose a little bit of your identity. I don't want any of my kids to feel like they don’t have their own identity.”
This sentiment resonated deeply with the audience, showcasing a softer, more introspective side of the reigning Olympic champion.
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Despite his meteoric rise to fame, Lyles remains grounded, emphasizing his desire to be a guiding light for his children rather than a towering shadow.
Having achieved global recognition for his electrifying sprint victories, including a narrow win over Kishane Thompson at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Lyles is all too aware of the pressures his legacy might impose.
Instead of pushing his children toward athletics or chasing endorsements, Lyles wants them to thrive on their own terms.
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He imagines a life where his wisdom serves as a beacon rather than a directive.
“‘Hey, you know, it’s hard. I know it. I’ve been there. But you’re going through your own journey and you know, if you look at it like this, it’s not so bad,’” Lyles quoted during the podcast, emphasizing his desire to let his children navigate their unique paths.
The track star’s personal life has been equally eventful in recent months. After making waves at the Paris Olympics, Lyles proposed to fellow track athlete Junelle Bromfield on October 13, marking the culmination of a two-year relationship.
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In a heartfelt gesture, he gifted his fiancée a new home, symbolizing their next chapter together.
The couple has since appeared at high-profile events, including the Las Vegas Grand Prix and a GQ gala, becoming one of the most talked-about power couples in the sports world.
Despite his busy life, Lyles remains reflective about his career and its legacy.
“Nobody cares about the 200m. I mean, it’s fun to watch but at the end of the day nobody and the common people, non-track and field athletes they don’t care about the 200," he noted.
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His decision echoes the strategy of sprinting legend Usain Bolt, who focused on the 100m in the twilight of his career.
“It’s the 100—that’s why when Bolt was winding down, he stuck to the 100 cuz the 200m wasn’t going to get him extra motto. It was all about the 100m, everybody wants to know the fastest man in the world.”
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