Noah Lyles and Tyreek Hill are inching closer to resolving their ongoing rivalry on the track. Both athletes, known for their exceptional speed in their respective sports, have engaged in a lively exchange of banter while confirming their plans for an official race. However, specifics regarding the date, location, and distance of this highly anticipated competition remain unannounced.
In a recent joint interview with People magazine, the reigning Olympic 100-meter champion, Lyles, and NFL wide receiver Hill shared thoughts on their forthcoming showdown. Hill, who had confidently claimed he could outpace Lyles in a race last summer, acknowledged the buzz surrounding their rivalry on social media. “This has been an ongoing thing for quite some time now,” Hill stated, highlighting the excitement that fans have shown regarding this match-up. “I’ve been very adamant to show people what real, true speed looks like.”
Lyles accepted the challenge posed by Hill following a victory in a 60-meter indoor race earlier this month, where he playfully displayed a sign reading “Tyreek Could Never.” The sign spoke volumes, according to Lyles, who emphasized the importance of consistently winning in any competitive setting. “Everybody says that they’re gonna be the world’s fastest, but when it comes down to it, you gotta be the winner every time, each and every time, and every time I show up to the biggest moments, I win,” Lyles declared.
For context on their abilities, Hill has clocked an impressive 4.29 seconds in a 40-yard dash during NFL training, while Lyles triumphed at the Olympic Games with a sensational time of 9.784 in the 100-meter event. Speculations suggest that they may choose a distance that lies between these two benchmarks for their race.
Reports indicate that the long-awaited contest is slated to take place prior to the national championships scheduled for July, building anticipation among fans of both athletics and the NFL.
