Noah Lyles

Noah Lyles is an American track and field sprinter born on July 18, 1997, in Gainesville, Florida.

Noah Lyles is an American track and field sprinter born on July 18, 1997, in Gainesville, Florida. He is best known for world championship success in the 100 m, 200 m, and 4 × 100 m relay, and for winning Olympic gold in the 100 m at Paris 2024.

Early life and background

Noah Lyles was born in Gainesville, Florida, in 1997 and became known as a standout American sprint talent. He later rose to prominence in international track and field through success in short sprint events.

Career highlights

Lyles won three gold medals at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest, an achievement that helped define him as one of the sport’s leading sprinters. He also won Olympic gold in the 100 m at Paris 2024.

Personal bests and speed

Lyles’s top recorded times include 9.79 seconds in the 100 m and 19.31 seconds in the 200 m. His 200 m mark is the American record and ranks among the fastest in history.

Major championships

He has won multiple world titles and Olympic medals across his career. His results at the World Championships and Olympic Games have made him one of the most decorated active sprinters.