The Paris Olympics 2024 is undoubtedly the most talked about event among sports enthusiasts these days. Beginning in July of this year, the event will feature numerous competitors, including track stars who have been catching all eyes lately. Team USA has created waves in the athletic world after securing an Olympic ticket in the recent World Relays 4×100-meter event. The team’s flawless performance has also attracted fans, who have shared their predictions for the Olympics in a viral X post by Track & Field Gazette.
The 4×100-meter relay team consisted of individuals with various levels of track expertise. Courtney Lindsey, who appeared in the squad’s first leg, was a significant player who consistently gave them an early advantage.
Kenny Bednarek filled up the second leg for Team USA, running perfectly in the bend and giving the opponents no chance to catch up. The veteran athlete has long dreamed of turning his silver medal from the Tokyo Olympics into gold, and he has plenty of experience to back him up.
In the third leg, Kyree King had an amazing performance, giving the side a significant advantage over the other teams. This highlights the crucial role he played in his split, easing the pressure on Noah Lyles, who was well-prepared for the final leg. The six-time world champion showed no mercy to his competitors, running an astounding 8.88 seconds for the quickest split in the 4×100-meter finals.
Question for the timeline.👀
Do you think the US 🇺🇸 team that ran the men's 4x100m at the World Relays should remain the same for the Olympics?
What changes would you make to this quartet? pic.twitter.com/XXPRf12Tkd
— Track & Field Gazette (@TrackGazette) May 6, 2024
The group is already excellent enough to win gold at the Olympics, but supporters have their teams that could accomplish far more than the current one.
Coleman in, Knighton in, Bendarek and Lyles in, world record out!
— Vince_leo (@vincenteke2) May 6, 2024
Like many other track fans, this fan hopes Christian Coleman and Erriyon Knighton get a chance on the team.
They are so stacked. Coleman and eriiyon knighton should be in. Coleman should take the first leg ,as he is the one with the fastest start. Lyles for the anchor leg for sure . Bracy and kerley can take part in the heats
— Agödi NIKLAUS (@Shakur_Dml) May 6, 2024
The current 4×100-meter squad comprises individuals with mixed potential, but they have demonstrated the finest teamwork out there, raising hopes for gold among American fans.
Tbh, I'd keep the same team the chemistry was there. Sometimes, it's more about chemistry than who's the fastest. However, I wouldn't mind Coleman on leadoff. Fred could run in the heats.
— lucasss (@__braceyaself__) May 6, 2024
The USATF does not rely solely on the current four athletes, as they have numerous backups.
They just have too many options. 🤔
Usa is stacked deep. ❤️— Mary (@Maryann89278483) May 6, 2024
While Team USA’s strategy of relying on their athletes may confuse some spectators. However, this enthusiast has broken it down with their own perspective.
The USA is going with experience.
At this point in time
Coleman
Kenny B/Kerley
Courtney
Lyles
Knighton doesn't have the experience right now of running on a USA National Relay Team.
Then again we see who makes the team first.— EACNUT #cnut 🏈🏀🎽🔳🇺🇸⛳🎳♟♠️🚲🛴🎼🎤✈🏓🎾 (@ECNUT) May 7, 2024
Numerous critics questioned Team USA’s reliability in the relays. However, the 4×100-meter relay team proved them wrong by not only winning the gold medal in the Bahamas but also securing a spot in the Paris Olympics. The event will also be quite exciting because many other teams could compete with the USATF squad.
The most awaited event at the Paris Olympics 2024
The Paris Olympics 2024 will include plenty of track fights, and the track world is looking forward to the relays after observing the competition at the World Relays. Team USA won the 4×100-meter category, but the Canadians were only 0.49 seconds behind. They have a strong lineup and can easily take over the chase for gold like they did at the 2022 World Athletics Championships in Eugene.
Team Italy and France are also in contention, but they have yet to perform to the highest level to compete with their North American competitors. Overall, fans at the Paris Olympics may expect a lot of track action, but they must wait for it now.