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Olympian Noah Lyles Reveals He ‘Grew Up In A Cult’

Olympic gold-medalist Noah Lyles has revealed he growing up he was part of a ‘super strict’ cult.

Image Credit: Getty ImagesTrack-and-field star Noah Lyles gained recognition for his gold medal win for Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but more recently, he has made headlines for revealing that he grew up “in a cult.” Coming from a Christian family, Noah struggled with understanding his beliefs after being part of a cult at a very young age. Reflecting on the challenges in their personal lives, he recalled the insightful words his mother, Keisha Caine, had once shared with him: “‘God says when you lack faith, ask for a test, and he will provide the test.’” He sought God’s help during his freshman year of high school to join the World Youth track-and-field team.

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