In the realm of track, Noah Lyles and Christian Coleman stand as titans, adored by the USA. They’re not just teammates but also fierce rivals, evident as they lined up together for the 60m dash at the USATF Indoors. Coleman, often unbeatable in his element, faced an unexpected challenge from the younger Lyles.
With a blistering time of 6.43s, Lyles, claimed the gold, though falling short of Coleman’s 6.34s world record. As both athletes showcased their prowess, the question lingers: who stands taller, figuratively speaking? While Lyles may boast swifter speed, let’s not overlook the stature of their achievements as well.
Noah Lyles’ towering stature in track and field
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American sprinter Noah Lyles is blazing a trail on the track, leaving both 100m and 200m rivals in his dust! This 5′ 11″ powerhouse started young, grabbing gold at the 2014 Youth Olympics at just 17 years old. Now, he’s electrifying the world stage with his lightning speed and fierce talent. Noah Lyles is known as the “fastest man in the world.” but it was in 2023. He boasts an impressive record with six world titles under his belt.
He clinched the bronze medal in the men’s 200m at the delayed Tokyo 2020 Olympics held in 2021. As Paris 2024 approaches, he is poised to contend for the podium in a minimum of three events, with the possibility of even more appearances. But is he faster than Usain Bolt? Just a few seconds away. It’s worth knowing that 0.12 seconds separate him from Usain Bolt’s 200m record. But what about Coleman’s height?
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Is Coleman taller than Noah Lyles?
Christian is the dominant force in both the 100 and 200 meters. He reached the pinnacle in 2019 by becoming the world champion in the 100m. He didn’t stop there, contributing to the gold medal in the exhilarating 4x100m relay. He holds personal bests of 9.76 seconds for the 100 m, placing him 6th among the fastest ever.
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Despite facing adversity on his professional journey, notably a suspension in 2020 due to a missed drug test that caused him to miss the Summer Olympics, Coleman bounced back triumphantly in 2022. His return to the track was highlighted by outstanding performances, including securing a silver medal in the 4x100m relay at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene. Standing at 1.75 meters tall and weighing approximately 72 kilograms or 158 pounds, Coleman embodies the epitome of athletic excellence and resilience in the face of challenges.
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