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Tim Capurso

Kenny Bednarek Rips Noah Lyles for Staredown at U.S. Nationals

Kenny Bednarek didn't appreciate Noah Lyles's staring him down at the end of the 200 meter final at U.S. Nationals. | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

There were some fireworks after the electrifying men's 200-meter final at the U.S. Nationals in Eugene, Ore., on Sunday.

Three-time Olympic medalist Noah Lyles ran down Kenny Bednarek in the final 50 meters of the race to earn the victory, then stared down his American rival as the two crossed the finish line, prompting an irked Bednarek to shove Lyles. Lyles had words for Bednarek, then the two sprinters continued their discussion during a post-race interview, with Bednarek telling Lyles, "If you've got a problem, I expect a call, that's all I'm saying."

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