Noah Lyles equalled Usain Bolt’s record of four straight 200m gold medals at a World Athletics Championships then promised to go one better in 2027

The American Lyles, on Friday in Tokyo, joined the Jamaican legend with his fourth straight world title over 200 meters.

The irrepressible Noah Lyles holds off a stellar field to win his fourth successive 200m world title with victory at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

Noah Lyles equalled Usain Bolt’s record of four straight 200m gold medals at a World Athletics Championships then promised to go one better in 2027

The American sprint king on young emerging rivals including Gout Gout, his advancing years and uncertainty surrounding the sport