Noah Lyles emerged victorious in the men’s 100-meter final at the 2024 Summer Olympics, winning by a razor-thin margin of 0.005 seconds over Jamaica's Kishane Thompson, marking one of the closest finishes in Olympic history. Lyles, who started off slowly and was trailing halfway through the race, managed an incredible comeback, finishing in a time of 9.79 seconds. This victory was particularly significant for Lyles as it marked his first Olympic gold medal, making him the first American to win the event since 2004. Despite the tense finish, legendary commentator Leigh Diffey mistakenly declared Thompson the winner before realizing Lyles' comeback upon seeing the results. Lyles, who also hopes to win gold in the 200-meter and 4x100-meter relay, has carried his Tokyo bronze medal as a reminder of his past struggles, motivating him to succeed. His performance has reignited excitement in the 100-meter dash, a spotlight that has dimmed since Usain Bolt's retirement.