Noah Lyles Anchors USA to 4x100m Relay Gold at World Championships
The USA men's 4x100m relay team, Lyles helps USA claim 4x100m relay gold, finishing ahead of Canada and the Netherlands. Read more about the thrilling victory.
“I just had to finish the race. They made it easy for me. I could not have asked for a better relay...”
Noah Lyles secured his second gold medal at the World Championships by anchoring the US team to victory in the men's 4x100m relay. The American quartet, consisting of Christian Coleman, Kenny Bednarek, Courtney Lindsey, and Lyles, crossed the finish line with an impressive time of 37.29 seconds.
The US team's victory marked a dominant performance, with Lyles pulling away on the anchor leg to secure the gold medal. Canada took silver with a time of 37.55 seconds, while the Netherlands claimed bronze with a national record of 37.81 seconds. This win contributed to the US's overall lead in the championships, with a total of 16 gold medals and 26 overall medals.
Lyles' relay win was a highlight of his championships, following his bronze medal in the 100m and gold medal in the 200m events. His performance in the relay cemented his status as a top sprinter, and he now has a total of eight world gold medals.
The US team, led by Noah Lyles, showcased exceptional speed and precision in the 4x100 relay, securing a gold medal. Lyles attributed their success to smooth baton handovers, saying, “We all know we are the fastest. We just had to get the baton from start to finish.” This flawless performance marked a rarity for the US quartets, who have often struggled with baton exchanges in recent championships.
Results
- Gold Medal: USA
- Silver Medal: Canada, with a time of 37.55 seconds
- Bronze Medal: Netherlands, with a time of 37.81 seconds
The US men's team, comprising Lyles, Christian Coleman, Courtney Lindsey, and Kenny Bednarek, finished with a time of 37.29 seconds, 0.26 seconds ahead of Canada. Lyles praised his teammates for their clean handovers, stating, “I didn't have to do much. These guys took care of business... It's a little anticlimatic, but at the same time, it's a great feeling because you know that the job has been done.”
“When Christian passed the baton, I knew it was a done deal. I saw the lead we had, and it was kind of a relief as everybody did such a great job.
“I just had to finish the race. They made it easy for me. I could not have asked for a better relay.”
Noah Lyles made history by winning his fourth consecutive 200m title at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, matching Usain Bolt's record. Lyles finished the race in 19.52 seconds, outperforming Kenny Bednarek and Bryan Levell, who took silver and bronze medals, respectively. This achievement showcases Lyles' exceptional speed and consistency.
The relay victory earned Lyles his eighth world gold medal, contributing to his impressive 10-medal collection. His accomplishments extend beyond the World Championships, as he is also the reigning Olympic 100m champion. Lyles has demonstrated versatility and prowess in various competitions.
TITLE DEFENDED 😤@LylesNoah anchors team USA 🇺🇸 to back-to-back golds in the men's 4x100m relay with 37.29 🔥
— World Athletics (@WorldAthletics) September 21, 2025
🥈 Canada 🇨🇦
🥉 Netherlands 🇳🇱 NR#WorldAthleticsChamps pic.twitter.com/1PbawskXkb
In addition to his World Championship titles, Lyles has secured back-to-back bronze medals in the 200m at the Paris and Tokyo Olympics. His ability to perform under pressure and adapt to different racing conditions has solidified his position as a top sprinter.
Career Highlights
World Championship Titles: 4 consecutive 200m titles (2019, 2022, 2023, 2025)
Olympic Medals: Gold in 100m (2024), Bronze in 200m (2020, 2024)
Relay Success: Gold in 4x100m relay (2019, 2023)
Personal Bests: 100m (9.79s), 200m (19.31s)
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