Noah Lyles Tests Positive For COVID-19, Still Wins Bronze In Men’s 200

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Noah Lyles has been turning heads for days at the Paris Olympics, and his latest revelation has certainly sent waves through the world of Track & Field once more.

Lyles stated Thursday night that he tested positive for COVID-19. The results of his test came back on Tuesday. Thursday he took home bronze in the men’s 200 meters.

The third-place finish was clocked at mere seconds behind Letsile Tebogo of Botswana and Kenny Bednarek of the U.S.

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Lyles is among 40 other Olympic participants who’ve tested positive for COVID-19 since the games began.

After the race was completed Lyles collapsed flat on the track while he labored to catch his breath. He was eventually wheeled away in a wheelchair. Oxygen was offered, but Lyles didn’t appear to take it.

Lyles also suffers from asthma.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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