American sprinter Noah Lyles confirmed that he tested positive for Covid-19 earlier this week, just days before his stunning defeat in the 200-meter race at the Olympics. Despite his diagnosis, Lyles took to the track and finished third, behind Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo and his Team USA compatriot Kenneth Bednarek.

After the race, Lyles required medical attention and was helped off the track in a wheelchair, raising concerns about his health and well-being. The sprinter’s positive test has sparked questions about the Olympic Covid-19 protocols and whether he should have been allowed to compete.

Lyles’ participation in the relay scheduled for Saturday remains uncertain, as he navigates his diagnosis and recovery. The situation serves as a reminder of the ongoing pandemic’s impact on global sports events and the challenges athletes face in maintaining their health and competitiveness.

The Olympic community wishes Noah Lyles a speedy recovery and hopes for his swift return to the track

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