The USA team solidified their spot in the Olympic Games by dominating the final 4x100m relay at the Bahamas World Athletics Relays, blazing across the finish line in a lightning-fast 37.40 seconds. Leading the charge was Noah Lyles, who anchored the U.S. men’s team to victory on Sunday, May 5th. Following the race, Lyles hinted at some pending matters through an Instagram story, suggesting there might be tasks or responsibilities awaiting his attention.

In his Instagram story, Lyles shared, “Just when you think the job is done, doping control comes take away the fun. It’s 1 a.m., I haven’t eaten, definitely haven’t slept, definitely haven’t shower. All I want is to go home.” It is the stringent guidelines established by the US Anti-Doping Agency, which mandate athletes to undergo testing. It aligns with international standards and ensures fair competition. The same thing happened with Sha’Carri Richardson as well.

Sha’Carri Richardson’s journey toward Olympic redemption mirrors the unexpected intrusion of drug testing disruptions. During the Easter holidays, Richardson found herself subjected to a drug test arranged by the USADA, interrupting her festive celebrations. This recurrence of testing interruptions highlights the stringent protocols governing elite athletes, even during moments of personal respite.