If you’re just tuning into the world of track and field for the Olympics, you probably know Noah Lyles as the sensational sprinter who won the men’s 100-meter dash. But you may not know one very important fact about him: He’s a huge nerd (no offense).
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When he’s not inciting the ire of NBA players and their keyboard warrior fans on Twitter, Lyles can be found winning races, training to win races, or geeking out in his spare time. It’s been that way for most of his career, but lately the nerd side of his persona has been even more apparent, as he’s been incorporating plenty of gaming and anime references into his racing.
Below is a quick rundown of Lyles' geeky qualities, as he is one of the best gamers in the world to date.
One of Lyles’ celebrations after winning Olympic gold in the 100 meters included a Kamehameha gesture while carrying the American flag, an iconic image that won him an instant fan base in Japan. But Lyles has been making Dragon Ball references for years.
