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Noah Lyles produced a dominating performance to retain his 200 metres title in 19.31 seconds at the World Championships on Thursday, becoming the third-fastest athlete of all time over the distance and leading a second American sprint podium sweep.

Gold medallist Noah Lyles of the U.S. celebrates after winning the men's 200 metres final with silver medallist Kenny Bednarek of the U.S. and bronze medallist Erriyon KnightonGold medallist Noah Lyles of the U.S. celebrates after winning the men's 200 metres final with silver medallist Kenny Bednarek of the U.S. and bronze medallist Erriyon Knighton

Lyles ripped open his shirt after the finish as the home crowd in Eugene, Oregon, roared with approval, and offered an embrace to rival Knighton. Lyles’ time was initially displayed as 19.32, which would have tied Johnson’s record. However, it was then updated to an official 19.31 when his back was turned, with the 25-year-old clearly stunned when he noticed the new figure on the clock.

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