The US Olympic Trials are set to begin, and the track community is watching closely. There will be several events to look forward to, but most fans’ attention will be focused on the men’s 100-meter heat, which will include Noah Lyles, Kenny Bednarek, and Kyree King, according to Travis Miller on X.
All three athletes have demonstrated tremendous potential by competing in the category during the outdoor season. These three aren’t the only track stars competing; Marcellus Moore, Cravon Gillespie, Sam Blaskowski, and Trayvion White-Austin will also be in the competition.
This event will also be the first heat of the 100 meters, and fans at Hayward Field will be treated to additional track action in the category for four more heats.
Further 100-meter races will feature notable competitors like Fred Kerley, Christian Coleman, Courtney Lindsey, Christian Miller, and many more Americans eager to represent their country in Paris.
Heat assignments for the men’s 100m first round. #TrackFieldTrials24 pic.twitter.com/akQWhMrMGJ
— Travis Miller (@travismillerx13) June 20, 2024
The athletes have already arrived at the USATF-provided accommodations, as the six-time world champion has appreciated a kind gesture from them.
Noah Lyles in Awe of a Special Item Provided by USATF
The USATF administrators have ensured that competitors participating in the Olympic Trials have a comfortable stay with the best accommodations available. They understand how significant the competition is for the country’s future at the Olympics, and they can’t provide any space for error. To offer the greatest possible experience for athletes, the USATF created a one-of-a-kind door handle, according to Noah Lyles, who shared it on Instagram.
The handle has two sides, one of which says, “Please come back later, I need to rest for the Olympic Trials,” while the other says, “Please refresh my room.” It is clear that this was developed primarily for nonverbal communication between sportsmen and hotel staff, as track stars do not want to be bothered, especially when resting.
