Noah Lyles leads US team to relay victory

Web DeskMay 6, 2024 03:55 PMsports
  • Lyles anchors men's 4x100m relay with record time
  • Gabby Thomas shines with double gold in women's relays
  • Botswana's Letsile Tebogo leads men's 4x400m relay victory
Noah Lyles leads US team to relay victoryImage Credits: Barron's
Noah Lyles and Gabby Thomas lead US team to victory at World Athletics Relays, showcasing thrilling performances and Olympic qualifications.

Noah Lyles led the US team to victory at the World Athletics Relays in Nassau, securing four out of five gold medals on offer. Lyles anchored the men's 4x100m relay, crossing the finish line in 37.40 seconds, with Canada taking silver and Italy initially claiming bronze before being disqualified. Gabby Thomas shone with a double gold win in the women's relays, setting championship records in both the 4x100m and 4x400m events.

The American dominance continued with the mixed 4x400m relay team also clinching gold in a championship record time. However, the men's 4x400m relay saw Botswana emerge victorious, led by Letsile Tebogo's impressive performance. The Bahamas secured their Olympic spot in the mixed relay, while Jamaica's women's team overcame initial struggles to qualify for Paris.

The event showcased thrilling performances, with standout moments including Shaunae Miller-Uibo and Steven Gardiner's success for the Bahamas, and the US men's team securing their Paris spot through repechage. Despite heartbreak for the French squad, the competition highlighted the talent and determination of athletes gearing up for the upcoming Olympics.

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