Noah Lyles ran a world-leading 9.79 seconds as he claimed an impressive victory in the 100m at the US athletics championships. AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementThe previous best 100m in 2026 was the 9.82 set by Jamaica's Oblique Seville in June. "Just because it is an off year doesn't mean that I plan to run slow," added Lyles, referring to there being no Olympics or World Championships this year. AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementSha'Carri Richardson, the 2023 world champion, won the women's 100m as she clocked 10.77. The 26-year-old equalled her best time of the season as Kayla White finished second with 10.90 and Tamari Davis third in 11.00.