'This one’s for you Ralph' - Noah Lyles dedicates New Balance victory to late mentor and coach

Noah Lyles winning the 2025 New Balance Indoor Grand Prix. Photo Credit - @austin.desisto via Instagram

'This one’s for you Ralph' - Noah Lyles dedicates New Balance victory to late mentor and coach

Funmilayo Fameso 17:51 - 03.02.2025

After a convincing victory at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix, Noah Lyles had just one person worth celebrating for his success.

Noah Lyles has dedicated his victory at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix to his late mentor and coach Ralph Mann.

The highly anticipated 60m race which had former world indoor champions Trayvon Bromell and Marcell Jacobs on the starting list, saw Lyles extend his winning streak at the meet in a new Season's Best (SB) of 6.52s to seal his fourth consecutive title at the prix.

Bahamian sprint sensation Terrence Jones finished second in 6.57s, while PJ Austin finished third in 6.60s.

Following his victory, the World and Olympic 100m champion dedicated a post on his Instagram page with the caption: "This is for you Ralph".

Ralph Mann is an Olympic legend and scientist who passed away on January 2nd, 2025 at age 75.

In his tribute to the legendary Olympian and former world record holder, Lyles revealed he shaped him into the athlete he is today, especially winning the Olympic 100m title in Paris.

Ralph Mann passed away after a prolonged battle with pancreatic cancer and his impact will be remembered forever. Even after retiring from his career, the respected scientist continued to play a huge role in the sport, consulting for USA Track and Field.

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