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Noah Lyles Wins Olympic Gold in 100m by an Unthinkable 0.005 Seconds, Leaving Paris Crowd in Awe
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USA's Noah Lyles managed to escape from the jaws of defeat in the 100m final at the Paris Olympics.
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It was recorded as the closest win ever in the modern Olympics and one of the finest battles the Games have ever produced.
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Noah Lyles of the USA beat Jamaican sprinter Kishane Thompson by the barest of margins—0.005 seconds—to win the gold medal for his country.
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Lyles was lagging behind in the initial stages, but the way he came back to win the Paris Olympics 100m title showcased his determination and dedication.
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Interestingly, the difference between Lyles and the last-place sprinter, Oblique Seville, was just 0.22 seconds.
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Lyles won by having his torso just ahead of the other sprinters.
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Lyles was slow to start and was last among the 8 runners at the 30m mark.
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As the race progressed, Lyles showed the world why he is the world champion in the 100m and 200m by crossing Jamaican Kishane Thompson in the blink of an eye.
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The spectators at the Stade de France witnessed a high-voltage finish at the Paris Olympics, and the crowd had to wait as the final decision appeared on the big screen to end the suspense.
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