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Lyles Matches Olympic Best, Richardson Wins 100m at NY Championships

7/25/2026

Summary

Story summary

Noah Lyles won the men’s 100-metre final at the New York championships on July 24, 2026 in 9.79 seconds, matching his 2024 Olympic best.
Lyles finished 0.09 seconds ahead of Ronnie Baker and ahead of Kenny Bednarek.
Sha’Carri Richardson captured the women’s 100-metre title on July 24, 2026 in 10.77 seconds at Icahn Stadium.
Richardson beat Kayla White by 0.13 seconds and Tamari Davis by 0.23 seconds, saying she felt “phenomenal” after last-year injuries.

History

Historical Context

Since the 1972 Olympic trials, Eugene’s Hayward Field has repeatedly hosted the U.S. Olympic Track & Field Trials, including the 2008 meet that continued the venue’s role in selecting America’s sprint representatives. The field’s legacy of high-profile trials—also held in 2012, 2016, 2020 and 2024—underscores the United States’ enduring focus on sprint excellence.

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Story summary

Noah Lyles won the men’s 100-metre final at the New York championships on July 24, 2026 in 9.79 seconds, matching his 2024 Olympic best.
Lyles finished 0.09 seconds ahead of Ronnie Baker and ahead of Kenny Bednarek.
Sha’Carri Richardson captured the women’s 100-metre title on July 24, 2026 in 10.77 seconds at Icahn Stadium.
Richardson beat Kayla White by 0.13 seconds and Tamari Davis by 0.23 seconds, saying she felt “phenomenal” after last-year injuries.

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