The sports world was buzzing, on the edge of its seat for what promised to be an epic showdown: Olympic gold medalist Noah Lyles against the Miami Dolphins’ blazing-fast Tyreek Hill. For months, these two titans—the 100-meter champion and the NFL’s “Cheetah”, had been trading jabs, building up to a confirmed 60-meter race in 2025 that would finally settle who the “fastest man” really was. Lyles, fresh off his incredible 9.79-second 100-meter win at the Paris Olympics, and Hill, with his jaw-dropping 4.29-second 40-yard dash, had everyone hyped for this clash of track and gridiron. So, what on earth happened to derail this legendary face-off?

It all started when Lyles appeared on Cam Newton’s podcast. When asked directly about racing Hill, he completely sidestepped the question, leaving fans scratching their heads. Analyst commentary quickly followed on YouTube Channel Track World News, one noting, “I saw on his podcast—they said it looks like the Noah Lyles vs. Tyreek Hill race is no longer happening. It sounded like that’s what he implied.”

The message was loud and clear: Lyles seemed to be backing away from the challenge. With no real marketing happening for the race and Lyles now focusing on the upcoming USA Track and Field nationals, the silence surrounding the race spoke volumes. Hill, on his end, remained completely quiet, leaving fans wondering if the NFL star’s confidence had been shaken or if he simply wasn’t interested anymore.

But just as we thought it was all over, a new challenger entered the ring. “I will race Tyreek.” Just when it seemed like the dream was dead, American star William Noah burst onto the scene, throwing down a bold new gauntlet. In a recent interview, Noah didn’t hold back: “I will race Tyreek.” He even reflected on his speed, confidently adding.

He even reflected on his speed, confidently adding, when asked, “Do you think you would run in the 40 if you were to with Tyreek?” He blurted out, “It’ll probably be like 4:24, 4:25.” To back up his talk, Noah revealed his high school credentials, stating, “I ran a 4:28 in high school when I was playing football.” His undeniable confidence, backed by a seriously impressive 40-yard dash time, has completely reignited the “fastest man” debate.

With Lyles seemingly out of the picture, the big question now is, can William’s challenge push Hill back onto the track? As the NFL season rapidly approaches and Hill’s focus inevitably shifts back to football, the prospect of a new sprint showdown keeps the excitement alive. The ball is now in Tyreek’s court. Will he accept Noah’s dare and finally prove once and for all that he’s the fastest?

Earlier, Williams also cornered Gout Gout

The sprinting world thrives on rivalries, and American sprinter Noah Williams has certainly ignited a fresh one. Before he even challenged Tyreek Hill to a 40-yard dash, Williams set his sights on Australian teen sensation Gout Gout, openly criticizing the 17-year-old’s decision to compete in the Under-23 200m at the Monaco Diamond League on July 11, 2025, instead of the open category.

This bold critique, which Williams aired on the Track World News podcast, sent ripples through the athletics community. So, why did Williams pull no punches? “That’s just soft,” Williams declared, unequivocally slamming Gout’s choice to avoid facing elite competitors like Noah Lyles and Letsile Tebogo. He continued, “The kid is super talented, but that’s beside the point… the narrative now is he’s ducking these professional races.”

Well, Williams, a 26-year-old known for his prowess in the 4x400m relay, clearly thrives on fierce competition. His outspoken jab at Gout mirrors his earlier, bold challenge to Tyreek Hill, demonstrating a consistent willingness to stir the pot and demand high-level competition. Now, the athletics world waits to see: Will Gout respond to Williams’ words on the track, or will this sharp critique simply linger in the air?