Men's 100m final

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Can You Believe It? Noah Lyles Takes Gold in a Nail-Biting 100m Photo Finish!

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The race was so close, it nearly ended in a selfie! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ“ธ Noah Lyles clinches the gold medal in the Men's 100m final at the Paris Olympics!

The tension was palpable as spectators held their breath at the Men's 100m final during the Paris Olympics. In the end, it was American sprinter Noah Lyles who emerged victorious, winning gold in what was one of the closest finishes in Olympic history. The race unfolded in a thrilling display of speed and adrenaline as Lyles crossed the line in an electrifying 9.79 seconds, pushing past his competition in a photo finish that left everyone questioning just who had clinched it until the very last moment. It was a true testament to the age-old debate: Who really is the fastest man on earth?

Representing Canada, the talented Andre De Grasse also made headlines as he competed in the menโ€™s 100m semifinals earlier in the day. De Grasse, often a strong contender, showed significant promise in the heats leading up to this crucial race. However, it was Lyles who took center stage, showcasing a sprinting prowess that echoed the efforts of iconic past sprinters. With De Grasse and Lyles both racing for Olympic glory, the excitement in the air was undeniable, creating a captivating spectacle for fans of track and field around the world.

Lyles' victory reignited conversations about the illustrious history of the 100m sprint, characterized by legendary figures like Usain Bolt, who previously dazzled spectators with his speed. Lyles is now searching for a place in that exclusive club, as he seeks to become the first athlete since Bolt to win both the 100m and 200m events at an Olympics. Fans are already gearing up for another showdown as they anticipate the 200m finals, brimming with excitement and a hint of rivalry.

As we continue to celebrate sprinting greatness, itโ€™s worth noting that this 100m final is now etched in Olympic history for both its dramatic finish and the stunning achievements of Lyles. Did you know that the current 100m world record belongs to Usain Bolt at an astonishing 9.58 seconds? This puts even more pressure on Lyles as he approaches the next Olympic events. Itโ€™s a thrilling time for athletics as young sprinters emerge onto the world stage, ready to chase records and dreams, all while embodying the spirit of competition!

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Men's 100m final results: Noah Lyles wins gold in photo finish at ... (USA TODAY)

American sprinter Noah Lyles won the 100-meter final on Sunday, giving the U.S. the gold in a photo finish. Full results:

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Noah Lyles wins Olympic men's 100m gold in photo finish; Kishane ... (Olympic Channel)

The American crossed the line in 9.79 seconds in the race to be crowned world's fastest man.

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Here's how Noah Lyles finished in the men's 100m final (NewsCenterMaine.com WCSH-WLBZ)

PARIS, France โ€” The United States' Noah Lyles won the men's 100-meter dash at the Paris Olympics on Sunday in a photo finish to crown the world's fastest ...

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'World's Fastest Man': Noah Lyles wins gold in men's 100m race in a ... (NBC New York)

Lyles is seeking to become the first man to win both the 100m and 200m events in an Olympics since Usain Bolt after winning the 100m in ridiculously close ...

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