The American sprinter says he’s the fastest man in the world despite Kishane Thompson clocking a quicker time this year
In his first public comments in Paris, the double reigning world sprint champion defended his claim that he’s the “fastest man in the world”.Lyles was criticized for tagging himself with the moniker after Team USA posted a video to its social channels over the weekend.
But Lyles says the “fastest” tag belongs to title holders, not the stopwatch. “I would like to address the comments surrounding the ‘fastest man’ title,” Lyles said in a video posted on YouTube. “The titles ‘fastest man’ and ‘fastest woman’ are awarded annually to the winners of the 100m at the world championships. I won the men’s 100m at the 2023 world championships, and Sha’Carri won the women’s.
“We do not intend to disrespect or discredit past records or times set in the new season. This is simply how the title is determined. If another male or female wins the 100m at this year’s world championships, they will assume the title. I hope this clarifies the matter for those who had questions.” Three-time Olympic champion Michael Johnson, who won the 200m gold at the 1996 Olympics, says the title is a matter of opinion.. “Usain is fastest ever. PERIOD. Noah is world champion. PERIOD. Marcel is Olympic Champion. PERIOD. Kishane has the fastest time in the world. PERIOD.
Lyles will kick off his bid for a first Olympic gold on Saturday, beginning with the preliminary rounds of the 100m at the Stade de France. The men’s 100m final is on 4 August and the 200m final is 8 August.
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