Noah Lyles Praises WWE Legend Rey Mysterio: A Meeting of Sports and Entertainment

In a recent and unexpected encounter, Olympic champion Noah Lyles met with WWE legend Rey Mysterio, highlighting the intersection of different sports and entertainment worlds. The meeting was captured in a clip posted on the official WWE Instagram account, where Lyles expressed his admiration for Mysterio and the world of professional wrestling.

Noah Lyles, the 27-year-old track and field icon, has been making waves not only in his own sport but also in the broader realm of combat sports and entertainment. After winning the 100m event in Paris 2024, Lyles has been actively engaging with various figures from different sports disciplines. His recent interaction with Rey Mysterio is a testament to his appreciation for the physical and entertainment aspects of professional wrestling.

Lyles praised Mysterio, acknowledging the rigorous physical demands of professional wrestling. “I know what you gotta put your body through. I know you guys do a lot of entertainment, but a lot of sports too,” Lyles said, shaking hands with the 49-year-old wrestling legend. This encounter reflects the mutual respect between athletes from different sports backgrounds.

This meeting comes on the heels of Lyles’ increased visibility, including his appearance in the first season of Netflix’s ‘Sprint’ and his recent racing event against streaming star IShowSpeed. Despite facing backlash for some of his comments on boxing matches, Lyles remains undeterred and continues to engage with various sports and entertainment communities.