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Noah Lyles breaks silence on competing again at the 2024 Olympics after COVID-19 diagnosis

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Updated 10:51 9 Aug 2024 GMT+1Published 10:49 9 Aug 2024 GMT+1

Noah Lyles breaks silence on competing again at the 2024 Olympics after COVID-19 diagnosis

Noah Lyles has commented after a positive COVID-19 test came to light after he won bronze in the 200m.

Josh Lawless

Josh Lawless

Noah Lyles has broken his silence after winning a bronze medal following a positive COVID-19 test which he kept under wraps.

The US sprinter was looking to follow up his gold in the 100 metres when he took to the track for the 200 metres final in the Olympics on Thursday.

However, he had to settle for third place at the Stade de France, finishing behind teammate Kenny Bednarek and winner Letsile Tebogo of Botswana, who claimed his country's first ever gold medal.

He still ran the race in 19.70 seconds but afterwards it was confirmed that Lyles had competed while suffering from COVID.

The 27-year-old tested positive at 5am on Tuesday morning and immediately quarantined - with only medical stuff, his coach and family made aware going into the final.

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With no rules in place regarding a mandatory exit, Lyles fought through the illness and decided to compete.

Afterwards he was visibly struggling and asked for a bottle of water before being placed in a wheelchair.

He did then talk to members of the media wearing a face mask.

Lyles was in line for a further appearance in the men's 4x100m men’s relay but has now confirmed his Olympic campaign is over following discussions with the team.

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Image: Getty
Image: Getty

In a lengthy statement on his official X account, Lyles wrote: "First I want to thank God for getting me through this entire Olympics! Second I want to congratulate @LetsileTebogo3 @kenny_bednarek and everyone else on an amazing Olympic 200m final.

"Finally I want to thank everyone for the supportive messages. I believe this will be the end of my 2024 Olympics. It is not the Olympics I dreamed of but it has left me with so much Joy in my heart. I hope everyone enjoyed the show. "Whether you were rooting for me or against me, you have to admit you watched, didn't you? See you next time.

"Sincerely, Your world’s fastest man for the next 4 years!"

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USA Track & Field allowed Lyles to make the decision on whether to race and said they respected his call.

Image: Getty
Image: Getty

"Our primary commitment is to ensure the safety of Team USA athletes while upholding their right to compete," a statement read.

"After a thorough medical evaluation, Noah chose to compete tonight. We respect his decision and continue to monitor his condition closely.”

Featured Image Credit: Eurosport & Getty

Topics: Olympics

Josh Lawless
Josh Lawless

Josh is a sports journalist who specialises in football and WWE. He has been published by Curzon Ashton FC, Late Tackle, Manchester City FC, The Mirror, Read Man City and Manchester Evening News. He provides coverage of professional wrestling and has covered two WrestleMania events for SPORTbible.

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