Noah Lyles, the American sprinter, made headlines at the Paris Olympics when it was revealed that he competed in the men’s 200-meter final with a 102-degree fever. Despite his illness, Lyles managed to clinch the bronze medal with a personal best time of 19.31, the third-fastest time ever recorded in the event.
Lyles, who had tested positive for COVID-19 two days prior to the race, was taken away by medical personnel after collapsing on the track. His coach, Lance Brauman, praised Lyles for his performance despite his illness, stating, “To get a bronze medal in 19.70 with a temperature of about 102, that wasn’t too bad.”
The sprinter, who also suffers from asthma, announced that his Olympic run was over and withdrew from the men’s 4×100-meter relay. Despite falling short of his gold medal goal in the 200 meters, Lyles still managed to secure a gold medal in the 100-meter final, a feat he had been working towards since 2022.
Lyles’ determination and resilience in the face of adversity have earned him praise and admiration from fans and fellow athletes alike. As he heads home from the Olympics, Lyles can be proud of his accomplishments and the courage he displayed on the track.
