The wait is finally over, but with it comes a maelstrom of emotions—happiness, frustration, excitement, and even disappointment. It’s like a rollercoaster, and the track world is riding it too. Since SPRINT Part 2 dropped on November 13, the chatter has been non-stop. This new four-episode installment picks up right after the World Championships and takes us all the way to the 2024 Paris Olympics. Fans are getting a front-row seat to the fierce battle for the ultimate title on the world’s biggest sporting stage.

Featured in the docuseries are stars like newly crowned Olympic champions Noah Lyles, Gabby Thomas, Julien Alfred, and Letsile Tebogo, alongside other top athletes like Fred Kerley, Melissa Jefferson, Twanisha “TeeTee” Terry, and Shericka Jackson. While these athletes are all in, eager to share their stories, there are a few bumps in the road. Being in the spotlight isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, and not everyone is thrilled with the behind-the-scenes chaos and screen time.

Gabby Thomas, the triple Olympic medalist, recently shared a fun video on Netflix’s social media, where she was asked a series of rapid-fire questions. Her answers were a mix of playful and witty: “The fastest way to make me fall in love? Cook for me. The fastest way to annoy me? Breathing loudly. The fastest way to hook me? Honestly, I can get hooked on any reality show. The fastest I’ve ever driven in a car? 85 mph. I like to obey the speed limit.”

Gabby was also asked, “What’s the fastest way to frame SPRINT?” and she cleverly responded, “Now on Netflix.” It’s clear she’s excited about the docuseries, and her fans are too. She also reposted on Instagram with, “SPRINT S2 now streaming!!!” showing just how happy she is with the release.

Noah Lyles, another star featured in the series, has also expressed his enthusiasm. In fact, he’s so into it that he posted on X, “Don’t bother me today, I’m watching season 2 of SPRINT.” Noah seems to be completely immersed in the documentary, even if it means binge-watching all four episodes. He’s one of the key figures in the docuseries, which tracks the journey of top sprinters leading up to the 2024 Paris Olympics.

However, not everyone is thrilled with the way SPRINT has portrayed them. Letsile Tebogo, the 200m Olympic gold medalist who famously beat Noah Lyles to the medal, has voiced his dissatisfaction. Tebogo wasn’t featured in Season 1 at all, and in Season 2, he doesn’t make an appearance until 22 minutes into the first episode, with very little screen time thereafter. He’s mostly relegated to a supporting role to the American sprinters, particularly Lyles.

After watching the docuseries, Letsile Tebogo posted on social media, “This is an American show,” expressing his disappointment. However, well-known sports reporter Owen M shared Tebogo’s post on X, adding, “What you say, my bro?” It’s clear that while others are happy with their portrayal, Letsile’s experience with the docuseries has left him feeling overlooked. Given his remarkable journey, he definitely deserves more screen time.

The untold story of Letsile Tebogo’s epic rise to stardom

This year has been huge for Letsile Tebogo, as he claimed the 2024 ANOC Best Male Athlete Award. Furthermore, he earned a nomination for the 2024 World Athletics Track Athlete of the Year accolade. Additionally, he was honored with the Jesse Owens Rising Star Award for his performance at the Wanda Diamond League Final—an accolade that acknowledges outstanding athletes under 23 years of age. With all the praise he receives, Tebogo can’t feel a little ignored at times—especially following the limited screen time appearance in SPRINT Part 2. It seemed like his accomplishments were overshadowed by those of others.

Looking at Letsile Tebogo’s life, it feels like a movie. He was brought up by his grandmother as his mother toiled away in a village during his childhood years. Presently residing with his sister in a community where they share space with their aunt and uncle, Tebogo shifted his focus from football to track and field after facing benchings on the football field. This change came about after he secured a spot in the 2021 World Athletics U20 Championships. He shared a very close bond with his mother. She had been there to watch him win his first World Championship medals, but sadly, she wasn’t around to see him claim Olympic gold in Paris. Nevertheless, he carries her memory with him and has used it to fuel his drive.

Outside of track and field, Tebogo also works as a part-time farmer, raising animals like cows and goats. He’s said that farming helps him clear his mind and take a break from the intensity of training and competition. Despite all the obstacles he’s faced—like the loss of his mother—Tebogo has kept pushing forward, never letting setbacks define him.