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Carl Lewis 'Furious' over USA DQ in Men's 4x100m Relay at Olympics After Lyles' Exit

After Team USA fell short once again in the 4x100 relay at the Paris Olympics, former track great Carl Lewis voiced his opinion on the United States' shortcomings.

Lewis, a nine-time gold medalist, was frustrated with both the system as well as the team's plan of attack after star Noah Lyles was forced to miss the event due to COVID-19.

NBC's Lewis Johnson said the following about his conversation with Lewis:

"A few moments ago I talked with Olympic legend Carl Lewis, who was down here just a few feet away from me as the men's 4x100-meter relay was contested.