Noah Lyles ran a world-leading 9.79 seconds as he claimed an impressive victory in the 100m at the US athletics championships.
He also equalled his personal best, which he set in winning gold at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, with the run at the Icahn Stadium in New York City.
The previous best 100m in 2026 was the 9.82 set by Jamaica’s Oblique Seville in June.
“I think I made that ‘I’m still the world’s fastest man’ statement,” said Lyles.
The 29-year-old American finished ahead of Ronnie Baker in second and third-placed Kenny Bednarek, who were both given a time of 9.88s, while former world champion Christian Coleman was fourth in 9.93.
“Just because it is an off year doesn’t mean that I plan to run slow,” added Lyles, referring to there being no Olympics or World Championships this year.
“This is me being me and being me is dominant, being consistent.”
Sha’Carri Richardson, the 2023 world champion, won the women’s 100m as she clocked 10.77.
“It just feels phenomenal to be back in a better place, just healthy mentally, physically and emotionally,” said Richardson, who has had troubles off the track.
“Everything me and coach have been working on, it’s starting to show consistently.”
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