Noah Lyles Defends 200m Title with Stunning Victory

September 21, 2025

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American sprinter Noah Lyles claimed gold in the men’s 200m, running a blazing 19.52 seconds. He outpaced teammate Kenny Bednarek, who earned silver, and Jamaica’s Bryan Levell, who took bronze. “I came to keep my title, and I did it,” Lyles said, beaming with pride.

Strong Performances Across Events

Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo placed fourth in the 200m. Despite a tough season, he said, “I’m proud to finish like this.” In the men’s triple jump, Burkina Faso’s Hugues Fabrice Zango ended his career with a 16.92m leap, finishing seventh. Algeria’s Yasser Triki came close to a medal with a 17.25m jump, landing fourth.

Kenya’s Middle-Distance Dominance

Kenya’s women shone in the 800m. Mary Moraa, Lilian Odira, and Sarah Moraa all reached the final. Morocco’s Assia Raziki missed the final but set a personal best, calling it a proud moment.

Men’s 5000m Heats Up

In the men’s 5000m, Kipsang, Gebriwet, and Merary qualified for the final, promising an exciting race ahead.

Heptathlon Update

American Anna Hall leads the heptathlon after four events. Olympic champion Nafissatou Thiam is in fifth, setting up a competitive finish.

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