Noah Lyles & Athletes With Virus Compete Freely As Restrictions Fade

COVID-stricken Noah Lyles, of the United States, lies on the track after competing in the men’s 200-meter final at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024, in Saint-Denis, France. Lyles said he tested positive for COVID two days before he finished third in the 200-meter final.

(AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

COVID-stricken Noah Lyles, of the United States, lies on the track after competing in the men’s 200-meter final at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024, in Saint-Denis, France. Lyles said he tested positive for COVID two days before he finished third in the 200-meter final.

(AP Photo/Petr David Josek)