American sprinter Noah Lyles earned the gold medal in the men’s 100-meter dash by the slimmest of margins – just five-thousandths of a second – at the Paris Olympics on Sunday night, edging out Kishane Thompson of Jamaica. Noah Lyles of the United States, Kishane Thompson of Jamaica and Fred Kerley of the United States in action with athletes during the race. Despite Thompson's foot crossing the line first, Lyles pulled back in the second half of the race ultimately leaning with his chest to claim the gold medal. Noah Lyles of the United States celebrates after winning gold. Photo: Getty Images"I did not think I won, I didn't think I dipped at the right time, too early," Lyles said.

Source: Tuoitre News August 06, 2024 20:19 UTC