Noah Lyles reveals how he used IShowSpeed race to build anticipation for showdown with NFL star Tyreek Hill

Noah Lyles (L) and Tyreek Hill (R)

Noah Lyles reveals how he used IShowSpeed race to build anticipation for showdown with NFL star Tyreek Hill

Stephen Awino 14:00 - 14.12.2024

A showdown beetween Olympic champion Noah Lyles and NFL speedster Tyreek Hill has been brewing for months and the sprinter has hinted at when it could possibly happen.

Olympic champion and world’s fastest man, Noah Lyles, has confirmed that preparations for a highly anticipated race against NFL star Tyreek Hill are nearing completion.

Following his recent race with YouTube sensation IShowSpeed, real name Darren Jason Watkins Jr, Lyles is now setting the stage for what promises to be one of the most thrilling athlete showdowns.

The rivalry between Lyles and Hill has been brewing for months, with Hill confidently asserting that his NFL speed is enough to beat the Olympic gold medalist.

Lyles, however, has consistently dismissed Hill’s claims, fueling anticipation for a race that could finally settle the debate.

In a recent episode of Beyond The Record, Lyles explained his approach during the race against IShowSpeed, suggesting it was a calculated move to build excitement for his upcoming showdown with Hill.

“If I finished the race by beating (Speed) so badly, nobody’s going to want to see a rematch. That’s what they expect. And you know what? I already knew the headline was going to be ‘Noah vs. Tyreek Hill,’” Lyles said.

The reigning 100m world champion hinted that the match-up with Hill would be one for the ages.

“We’ve got some news coming. You’re definitely going to want to stick around for the next few episodes. I promise you, we’ve got something good. We’re putting in the spices now. The pot has been on, and the water’s been boiled,” he added, teasing fans with the promise of a spectacular event.

Hill, who expressed renewed confidence after witnessing IShowSpeed put up a surprising fight against Lyles, remains unfazed by the Olympic champion’s dismissals.

His chest-thumping declarations and social media banter have only added to the hype, ensuring the race will be a must-watch event for fans of both sports.

While the exact date and location of the showdown are yet to be revealed, the buil-dup has already captured the imagination of fans worldwide wondering whether Hill’s NFL speed stand a chance against the precision and power of world class track and field sprinting?