Noah Lyles Returns: 60m Sprint at Boston GP

Noah Lyles is gearing up for his 2026 season, which will commence with an indoor debut. His first competition will be the 60m sprint at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix in Boston on January 24. This event is significant as it marks Lyles' eighth participation, highlighting his consistent presence and past victories at this prestigious meet.

Lyles has a notable track record at the Boston event, having won the 60m race for the past four consecutive years. His performance in 2025 was 6.52 seconds, and he set the meet record at 6.44 seconds a year prior. While the full competitor list for 2026 is pending, potential rivals like Terence Jones, Pjai Austin, and possibly Marcell Jacobs could pose challenges.

The early indoor start is a strategic move to fine-tune his performance for the World Indoor Championships in Poland, scheduled for March 20-22, 2026. Lyles expressed that avoiding a long trip to the indoor championships in China would save him valuable preparation time, making the Boston race a crucial stepping stone toward his goal of securing the 60m world title.