The 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships delivered a dramatic twist when Noah Lyles , the reigning 100m world champion from Budapest 2023, fell short of defending his title, securing only a bronze medal in the 100m final. This setback, however, fueled his determination to dominate his signature event—the 200m.

Channeling his frustration into focus, Lyles unleashed a spectacular performance in the 200m semifinals, clocking a world-leading time of 19.51 seconds. This made him the World’s fastest 200m man this year. Also, it not only announced his readiness to reclaim his throne but also positioned him as the overwhelming favorite for gold in the final. Lyles’ semifinal victory was particularly significant given the context of lane assignments, which play a critical role in sprint succ

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