Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield finally got engaged on October 13th after dating for two years. The Olympic gold medalist created an elaborate setup for the event with petals and candles, finally topping it up with a heart-shaped sign that asked, “Will you marry me?” Of course, Junelle said yes, and now the two are officially each other’s fiancé. The track world is buzzing with the news, and it’s been the talk of the week!

On the Ready Set Go podcast, track legends Justin Gatlin and Rodney Green couldn’t hide their excitement as they congratulated Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield on their engagement. Gatlin highlighted just how much of a positive influence Junelle has been on Noah’s career. With Lyles recently crowned the Olympic champion in the 100m and some big showdowns on the horizon, Gatlin emphasized that Noah needs to stay laser-focused. And having Junelle by his side is a huge plus—she helps keep distractions at bay. He even hinted that the Jamaican star might be the perfect partner to keep Noah on track—literally.

No one can forget that unforgettable scene at the Stade de France when Noah Lyles’ name lit up the scoreboard, officially crowned the 100m Olympic champion, edging out Kishane Thompson. The moment was pure magic—Lyles ran straight into Junelle Bromfield’s arms, where she kept whispering how proud she was of him. But while she’s been his biggest cheerleader, Rodney Green pointed out that Noah’s influence on Junelle’s career must be just as strong. After all, Junelle, Jamaica’s relay star, is also in the prime of her career. Green emphasized that she’s not just a supporting character in Noah’s story. As an Olympic bronze medalist herself, she’s a powerhouse in her own right. Gatlin couldn’t agree more!

Green said, “I mean, she’s not a supporting cast of Yeah, I’m going to just be here to cook your meals. She’s definitely an athlete, too. So you know, hopefully, vice versa works in both ways.” Junelle Bromfield’s career is certainly an interesting one. After an incredibly strong junior career with numerous victories, her pro career started very strongly as she won the bronze medal in the Tokyo Olympics as part of the 4×400 relay team.

Junelle Bromfield had some highs and lows in recent years. After snagging a silver medal in the 4x400m relay at the 2022 World Championships, her Paris Olympics performance didn’t quite hit the mark. Despite finishing third in the Jamaican trials and qualifying for her first individual 400m event, she placed eighth in the semifinals, missing out on the finals. Then, in the mixed relay, Jamaica finished fifth, leaving her without any medals in Paris.

Right now, Junelle is in need of a career comeback after these underwhelming performances. And who better to support her than Noah Lyles, who walked away from the Olympics with two medals? According to Junelle, Noah has already been a rock in helping her deal with personal challenges, and his support could be just what she needs to regain her momentum on the track.

Noah Lyles’ vulnerability helps Junelle Bromfield

Junelle Bromfield has had to go through a lot in her life. She lost her mom a few weeks before the Tokyo Olympics commenced. Along with her, she was also battling the loss of two brothers who lost their lives within a short period. During her appearance at Sim Soul Sessions, one of the hosts, Simone Clarke, noted that it was a wonder how she remained standing. Then she asked her how she was coping with all of these unfortunate circumstances.

Junelle revealed that her boyfriend, Noah Lyles, has really been helping her a lot. She said, “I have a good support system around me now, um, my boyfriend Noah; he’s very, very supportive, and he’s very big on mental health… don’t think am I’m crying in my sleep now.” Noah has always been a vocal champion of mental health rights. Who could forget his famous tweet after the 100m finals in the Paris Olympics, where he detailed all the issues he faced in life, like ADHD, anxiety, depression, and dyslexia? “But I will tell you that what you have does not define what you can become. Why Not You?” he said.

So, it’s no surprise that Noah Lyles’ has been a rock for Junelle. When you’re that open about your own struggles, helping a loved one just comes naturally. Junelle also said his confidence rubs off on her, giving her the strength to handle whatever life throws at her. Sure, some folks might find Noah’s swagger a bit much, but hey, it’s clearly working wonders for the people closest to him. Here’s hoping Junelle channels all that support into a stellar comeback on the track!