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In the thrilling World Athletics Championship in Budapest 2023, a name stood out amidst the fierce competition – Noah Lyles. A few days ago with a boldness that sparked curiosity, Track sensation announced his aim to break the all-time best sprinter records. It was a claim that seemed audacious, even far-fetched, and on that monumental day of August 20, 2023, he turned his words into reality.

Interestingly, his aspirations were anything but modest. He aimed not just to break records, but also to seize two gold medals in the 100m and 200m races and a new relay. Concurrently, after making the amazing jump in 100m, a recent Twitter update on Lyles is making waves in the track and field community.

Noah Lyles heats the championship of 2023!

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Usain Bolt had cast an indomitable shadow over the track world for years. With his retirement in 2017, one biggest questions in the community loomed large: Who would step up to fill the void & break the records? But now, the answer is crystal clear. Noah Lyles emerged as a contender, a rising star propelled by self-assuredness and an unwavering belief in his potential. With breaking records, Lyles continues to fulfill the promise of restoring America’s prominence in the world of athletics. His recent awe-inspiring performances bring him tantalizingly close to securing a spot among the revered legends in the field.

 

On 23rd August 2023, a new tweet by  Track Spice, a prominent athletics platform. It teased the crowd with the caption, “Noah Lyles jumped Seville’s height in the 100m final”. A few days back in a conversation with USA Today,  Lyles’ statements resonated like a prophecy. He said, “I know that I’m going to break it”. Along with this, “I’m gonna win two golds in the 100 and 200, and then we can go break the record in the 4×1.” he shared with Olympics.com.

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With this, the world was reminded of his declarations as he stormed onto the track in Budapest. He lived up to his vow, clinching victory in the men’s 100m final with a breathtaking time of 9.83 seconds. In the lead-up to the championship, Lyles’ conviction had shone through, “I can give zero cares about what other people think. Because they don’t know me, they don’t know my story, they don’t know what I do, they don’t know how hard I work, how talented I am. But I know.” His words echoed as he sped down the track. His injuries in back 2017, didn’t let him participate in the world championships, so the journey to this triumphant moment had been laden with challenges and years of dedicated training.

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Legacy of Icon and Further Vision

After outperforming Letsile Tebogo and Zharnel Hughes to secure his well-earned gold, the athlete has capped off his season on a high note. However, Noah Lyles isn’t resting on his laurels. His determination remains unwavering as he sets his sights on surpassing Usain Bolt’s 19.19-second record. As the championship progressed, as the world held its breath, it was clear that Lyles’ journey was more than just athletic prowess.

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While it took Lyles a seven-year journey to finally break Bolt’s record, those years of dedication have been a valuable lesson for him. Through these challenges, he has consistently showcased his immense potential and given his best to the world. Thus, regardless of the result in the 200m race, Noah Lyles has indelibly engraved his name in the rich history of track and field.

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