Noah Lyles is talking openly about it these days, almost as more of a prophecy than a personal goal.
In his mind, it's no longer a question of whether he will surpass Usain Bolt's world record in the 200-meter dash, which has stood since Lyles was 12 years old. It's just a matter of when.
"I know that I’m going to break it," he told USA TODAY Sports in an interview earlier this summer.
His next opportunity will come in Budapest at the 2023 track and field world championships, which start Saturday. Lyles, 26, will attempt to win his first world medal in the 100-meter dash over the weekend before moving on to his signature event, the 200, where he is favored to win his third consecutive title.