Noah Lyles' Sprint Photo Finish

Published: Mon, 08/05/24

Updated: Sat, 08/10/24

Noah Lyles won the Olympic 100-meter sprint in a photo finish, becoming the first American to claim the title since 2004, with Fred Kerley earning bronze.Insert Preheader


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