The highly anticipated showdown between NFL speedster Tyreek Hill and Olympic sprinting sensation Noah Lyles is finally taking shape. After months of speculation and verbal sparring, the two athletic giants will face off in a race as part of the “Super Serious On Sight” series.
The rivalry between Lyles and Hill was ignited by Lyles’ bold critique of NBA champions’ self-proclaimed “world champion” status. Hill responded with a challenge to a race, which Lyles accepted with the condition of a 100-meter distance. However, Hill initially preferred a 50-yard race. As the months passed, the anticipation for the race grew exponentially.
Fans from both the NFL and track and field communities eagerly awaited the day when these two athletic titans would finally face off on the track. The announcement of the race is a major development as it comes at an interesting time, as Noah Lyles announced his engagement to Junelle Bromfield just today! The timing of the race announcement adds another layer of drama and excitement to the already captivating storyline.
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Lyles and Hill have not shied away from expressing their opinions on the matter. In a recent interview, Lyles called Hill a “clout chaser” for his challenge and questioned his seriousness. Lyles also stated that he would only agree to the race if Hill was truly committed and willing to negotiate in good faith. And now, it looks like the rivalry between Lyles and Hill has captivated the nation.
The Noah Lyles vs. Tyreek Hill race fever calls for the nation’s anticipation
Terry Crews’ involvement as the co-founder of “Super Serious” has added credibility and excitement to the event, proving to be instrumental in organizing the event, which will be part of the platform’s “Super Serious On Sight” series. This series features head-to-head competitions between Olympic athletes and other professional athletes in an elimination-style tournament. According to the latest post shared by FloTrack on X, Crews has secured the participation of both Lyles and Hill for the race. Tyreek Hill has verbally committed to compete, while Noah Lyles has signed on to the event. The race is expected to be a highly anticipated showdown between two of the fastest athletes in their respective sports.
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Super Serious, co-founded by Terry Crews, will host a race between Noah Lyles and Tyreek Hill as first reported by Ad Age.
The race will supposedly be a part of Duael competition and specifically the ‘Super Serious On Sight’ series which will feature head-to-head competition in… pic.twitter.com/zRsgMa5kDx
— FloTrack (@FloTrack) October 13, 2024
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Tech mogul Alexis Ohanian has weighed in on the rivalry, suggesting that elite female athletes in track and field could outperform many NFL players. Ohanian believes that the focus on the men’s rivalry between Hill and Lyles has overshadowed the extraordinary performances of female athletes.
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American sprinter Twanisha Terry has also expressed her opinion on the potential matchup. Terry believes that Noah Lyles would win the race, citing his ability to close strong despite slow starts. “I don’t know what Tyreek start looks like. You can have the best start but Noah closes. He (Tyreek Hill) is going to get run down in the 100m,” she said via The OGs podcast.
The upcoming race between Lyles and Hill is not just a sporting event; it is a clash of egos, a battle for bragging rights, and a test of athletic prowess. As the countdown to the race begins, fans can only speculate about the potential outcome. Will Lyles, the Olympic gold medalist, prove his dominance on the track? Or will Hill, the NFL speedster, upset the odds and emerge victorious?
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