Sometimes life can throw you a curveball. This guy has totally dominated the 200 meters for over 4 years now and yet he can’t seem to close the deal on the biggest stage. 2 Olympics have come and gone and the only thing he has to show for his dominance in the 200 are 2 bronze medals. In the 2028 LA games Lyles will be 31 and likely not the favorite by then. Thus it’s possible he may never win that gold. To his credit though, he has already won the 100 meters gold which is the more coveted of the sprints.
What other athletes have dominated in their sport (athletics or others) and yet never got to win the top prize?
You may get a curveball in life at times. For the past four years or more, this man has completely controlled the 200 metres.Continue reading.
By Mikesportz
PARIS, FRANCE - AUGUST 08: Bronze medalist Noah Lyles of Team United States shows his dejection while is assisted by medical staff after competing in the Men's 200m Final on day thirteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de France on August 08, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)
