“Always going to be me,” Noah Lyles addresses “fastest man in the world” claim following social media criticism at Paris Olympics 

Sprinter Noah Lyles says he is the “fastest man in the world” during his latest press conference at the Paris Olympics.

“Always going to be me,” Noah Lyles addresses “fastest man in the world” claim following social media criticism at Paris Olympics 

Noah Lyles (Image via Imago)

Seems like the Olympic Games pressure has failed to humble Noah Lyles’ spirit ahead of his 100 and 200 relay races. The American track and field athlete once again drew the ire of fans by doubling down on the claim of “the fastest man in the world.”

Many stated that the title “fastest man in the world” belongs to legendary sprinter Usain Bolt and not to the 27-year-old. The controversy regarding the title is not a new topic, as he claimed to be the fastest in the past too.

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However, the recent controversy started with him introducing himself as the “fastest man in the world” during Friday’s Opening Ceremony at the Paris Olympics. He stood on the boat that carried the Team USA athletes down the river Seine, saying,

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What’s up, Team USA? This is Noah Lyles, fastest man in the world, and we are out here in Paris getting ready to go on our tour of the world, introducing America to the Olympics.

Noah Lyles as per Coley Harvey of ESPN.

The video gained nearly 10 million views as fans argued how true his claim was. During a press conference on Monday morning, the athlete noted that he was not wrong to claim the title as it is given to the Olympic champion and the World Champion “which I am one of”.

It’s me. It’s always going to be me.
Noah Lyles as per Coley Harvey of ESPN.

Noah Lyles confidently noted that although he is missing one title, he’ll soon be adding “another one of” them during the Paris Olympic Games. Lyles’ confidence and personality have charmed many while he also made enemies of Usain Bolt’s fans.

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Noah Lyles is set to compete in the 100, 200, and 4×100 relay in the Paris Games. The men’s 100 finale is scheduled on August 4 while the 200 is on August 8. The event results will be his chance to silence his naysayers after the controversy regarding the “fastest man in the world.”

Noah Lyles
Noah Lyles (Image via Imago)

He said that this time the Olympics will be different as he’s feeling really good ahead of the competitions. Lyles is currently the reigning champion of the 100 and 200 races. He also won the U.S. Olympic Trials with extraordinary results.

I’m excited…the last Olympics didn’t go according to plan. There were a lot of ups and downs. I can finally say I’m showing up for an Olympic Games not depressed. It feels amazing.
Noah Lyles as per Tyler Dragon of Yahoo.

Lyles said that this year it’ll be better and “I’m ready to show it.” Fans will also keep a watch out to see if he really can snatch a medal to prove he is truly the “fastest man in the world.”

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