Track and field star Noah Lyles faced the ire of NBA superstars such as Damian Lillard and Kevin Durant for his controversial “world champions” comment. He had offended the whole NBA community with that. Fans criticized the sprinting hero online for several weeks. Amid all these, Noah Lyles stayed true to his “cool guy” image and feigned ignorance. However, a special invitation to an NFL game forced him to confront the situation head-on, and what transpired next left him pleasantly astonished.

Noah Lyles visited the Chiefs–Jets game at the MetLife Stadium, expecting backlash from the fans. The NBA and the NFL are the two major leagues in the US, and as such, they enjoy a broad crossover of fans. Lyles was apprehensive of facing the angry fans at an NBA game and chose to test the waters at this NFL match. The stadium was buzzing with excitement surrounding the new couple, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, and Lyles seized the moment to patch things with the irate fans.

Noah Lyles mends relations

Olympic sprinting sensation Noah Lyles made a special appearance during the Chiefs versus Jets Game. He stepped onto the field decked in the two gold medals he had earned in Budapest. There was much fanfare surrounding his visit as the emcee reminded Lyles that the sprinter was due for another gold or two at the upcoming Paris Olympics. From the field, the double world champion addressed the crowds as they erupted in cheers.

After his 200m victory in the world championships in Budapest, Noah Lyles took the NBA world to storm with his evaluation of NBA players. In an interview, he said, “You know what hurts me the most is that I have to watch the NBA Finals and they have ‘world champion’ on their head. World champion of what? The United States?” The NBA community naturally did not take that kindly and there was a severe backlash. With his latest appearance, Lyles seems to brush up on his somewhat tarnished image in the NBA episode.

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During his presence at the NFL match, Noah Lyles renewed his promise to bring home more glory from the French capital in 2024, which resonated with the audience. Noah Lyles was in awe of the warm reception and posted a video of it on his official Twitter account with the caption, “What a moment!” He had managed to patch the gaping wound that was festering his relationship with the fans and could not be happier about it.

Noah Lyles’ champion mentality shone through when he said, “It’s to get to say that you’re the fastest man alive. The world can’t touch you now!” This clicked with the NFL fans who want to see America at the top of the leaderboard in every sport. However, as soon as the match began, Noah Lyles faded into the background, and the new power couple took over.

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s romance overshadows Lyles

Noah Lyles gave the impression of a fish outside the water at the Chiefs–Jets game. The Grammy-winning pop singer, Taylor Swift, on the other hand, looked like she was in her element. Swift has started dating the Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. She has been supporting him from the bleachers at every game. The football player had spent the night at Swift’s NYC apartment before making his way to the MetLife Stadium.

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She was a constant fixture on the Jumbo screen that captured her genuine love for the NFL player. When his squad won the match against the Jets 23-20, Swift was unable to hide her happiness. In the midst of all this jubilation, Noah Lyles had pretty much been forgotten.

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