During the qualifying rounds for the men's sprint cycling event at the National Velodrome in Paris, the world record was shattered not once, but twice. The previous record of 9.100 seconds, set by Nicholas Paul of Trinidad and Tobago in 2019, was first broken by Australia's Matthew Richardson with an impressive time of 9.091 seconds.
However, the excitement didn't end there as Harrie Lavreysen from the Netherlands outdid Richardson by setting a new world record of 9.088 seconds, just moments after Richardson's feat. Lavreysen's remarkable performance secured him the top spot in the qualifying rounds, with Richardson following closely behind in second place.
Out of the 30 riders who participated in the qualifying rounds, the top 24 riders have advanced to the knockout stage of the competition. This sets the stage for an intense and thrilling competition as the riders battle it out for the coveted title.
The heat stage of the men's sprint event is scheduled to kick off later on Wednesday, promising more exhilarating moments and fierce competition among the top riders. Cycling enthusiasts and fans alike are eagerly anticipating the upcoming races to witness more record-breaking performances and spectacular displays of athleticism.
