FOUR IN A ROW 👑 Noah Lyles Blazes to 19.52 for Historic Fourth Consecutive 200m World Title

FOUR IN A ROW 👑

Noah Lyles Blazes to 19.52 for Historic Fourth Consecutive 200m World Title

In front of a roaring home crowd at Hayward Field, American sprint star Noah Lyles cemented his legacy in the history books, storming to victory in the men’s 200 meters at the 2025 World Athletics Championships, clocking an electrifying 19.52 seconds to win his fourth consecutive world title over the distance.

The 27-year-old’s performance was not just a win—it was a statement. Lyles now becomes the first man in history to win four straight 200m world titles, surpassing legends like Usain Bolt, who won three in a row from 2009 to 2015.

“This is what I was born to do,” said a jubilant Lyles after the race, draped in the American flag and grinning ear-to-ear. “Four in a row? That’s royalty. That’s legacy. But I’m not done yet.”

A Race of Dominance

From the gun, Lyles exploded out of the blocks with his signature drive phase and slingshotted off the bend with a commanding lead. By the time the field hit the home straight, it was clear the race was for second place. Lyles powered down the track, unfazed by the pressure, crossing the line with daylight between him and his rivals.

Behind him, Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo took silver in 19.78, continuing his rapid rise on the global stage. Canada’s Andre De Grasse, back in form after a few injury-riddled seasons, clinched bronze with 19.89.

But the night belonged to Lyles.

Chasing History – and Making It

Since winning his first world title in Doha in 2019, Lyles has been untouchable over the half-lap. He defended his crown in Eugene in 2022 with a then-personal best of 19.31, making him the third-fastest man of all time, and added a third title in Budapest in 2023. Now, with a fourth gold around his neck, he stands alone atop the 200m mountain.

Lyles’ win also reinforces his dominance heading into the 2026 Los Angeles Olympics, where he’s expected to defend his 200m Olympic title and possibly aim for a sprint double.

More Than Just Speed

Off the track, Lyles has become a prominent voice in the sport, advocating for athlete mental health, better marketing for track and field, and bringing entertainment flair back to sprinting.

“He’s not just fast—he’s fearless,” said U.S. team coach Dennis Mitchell. “He believes in himself, and that confidence is contagious. That’s what makes him special.”

Lyles now holds six World Championship medals—four golds in the 200m, plus relay medals—and shows no sign of slowing down. His dream? To not just win, but to transform the sport.

“Track and field needs superstars,” Lyles said. “I want to be the guy that makes people care, that brings the show. And tonight was part of that show.”

With four titles in hand and history made, Noah Lyles continues his reign—not just as world champion, but as the undisputed king of the 200 meters.