Noah Lyles Leaves Olympics in Wheelchair After Competing in the 200-Meter With COVID-19 — Here’s What He's Said
Noah Lyles entered the 2024 Paris Olympics exuding confidence. Just a few days ago, he managed to accomplish a historic win with a photo finish — arguably the closest in 100-meter history. Taking home the gold for the 100-meter event for the first time in 20 years for Team USA, Lyles was ready for another historic win, but his body had other plans.
Tuesday morning, Lyles tested positive for virus COVID-19. “I woke up early, about 5 a.m. on Tuesday morning, and I just was feeling really horrible and I knew it was more than just being sore from the hundred,” he told NBC. “Woke up the doctors and we tested and unfortunately it came up that I was positive for COVID.”
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For the young athlete, not competing in the 200-meter was never a part of the equation, so he went forward with the race and took home a bronze medal. However, the exertion took quite the toll on his body, and he departed the race in a wheelchair, as ESPN reported that he was feeling lightheaded with shortness of breath, as well as experiencing some chest pains.
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What COVID-19 symptoms did Noah Lyles have?
As reported by ESPN, Lyles is said to have experienced chills, body aches and a sore throat the night prior to getting tested for COVID. Recognizing that these were symptoms he had experienced in the past having gotten COVID before, he thought it wise to test.
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After learning of his diagnosis, Lyles went into quarantine where he was administered medication to treat his symptoms, all within the legal limits set in place by the Olympics. However, his main goal was ultimately to participate in the race.
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Despite the fact that his positive COVID diagnosis had an impact on his performance, Lyles was still proud of the outcome.
“I’ve never been more proud of myself for being able to come out here, and getting a bronze medal,” he told NBC.
What is it like to run with COVID-19?
While COVID-19 symptoms vary, they can include fever, chills, cough, sore throat, congestion, fatigue and more. That being said, exerting yourself while dealing with these symptoms can make things worse.
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According to an article from The Mayo Clinic, when experiencing symptoms above the neck, like a stuffy nose or sore throat, exercising is fine. However, for symptoms below the neck, such as chest congestion, as well as body aches or fever, it is advised to avoid exercising to let your body recover.
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