Noah Lyles runs the fastest 200m in 2024 so far, beating a US Olympic trials record set by Michael Johnson in 1996.
World champion Noah Lyles set a new US Olympic trials record by winning the 200m in a time of 19.53 seconds in Oregon.Lyles' time - the fastest 200m in 2024 so far - beat a record set by Michael Johnson in the US Olympic trials before the 1996 Atlanta Games.
Lyles, who finished with bronze at the Tokyo Games in 2021, said his improved mental health would help as he aims for the sprint double in Paris."I thank God every day for getting me through each and every round. Healthy, mentally and physically."Thomas, 27, won bronze in Tokyo, and like Lyles will be aiming for victory in both the 100m and 200m in Paris.Sha'Carri Richardson came fourth, ending her hopes of competing in the 200m in France.
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