From Noah Lyles to Christian Coleman, we take a look at the 10 fastest 60-meter dash male sprinters of all time.
The indoor track and field season is officially underway, and as always, the 60-meter dash is an event on many track and field fans' lips.
The 60-meter dash may not carry the same weight as the outdoor 100 meters in the eyes of casual track fans, but it’s an electrifying event that has seen some of the most explosive starts in track and field history.
Here’s a look at the ten fastest men ever to grace the indoor 60-meter dash, showcasing their achievements and how their performances translate to the outdoor sprints.
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21:00 - 18.11.2024
'It’s dog-eat-dog'- Christian Coleman breaks down the high-stakes sprinting game
Christian Coleman opens up about his intense rivalry with Noah Lyles, reflecting on their contrasting personalities, fierce competition, and how he stays focused amid the drama in the sprinting world.
10. Noah Lyles (6.43 seconds, 2024)
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Known as the reigning king of the 200 meters, Noah Lyles silenced critics by showcasing his sprinting prowess indoors. Running 6.43 seconds at the 2024 World Indoor Championships, Lyles proved he could dominate short sprints, a skill that helped him claim Olympic gold in the 100 meters later that year.
9. Tim Harden (6.43 seconds, 1999)
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Tim Harden, the 2001 World Indoor Champion, recorded his best 60-meter time in 1999. While his outdoor 100-meter achievements weren’t as prolific, his personal best of 9.92 seconds and an Olympic relay medal highlight his immense potential on the track.
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21:00 - 08.01.2025
Noah Lyles: Kishane Thompson and 5 men set to give American sprint king nightmares in 2025
Noah Lyles is no doubt the man to beat in 2025 given he is the world 100m and 200m champion but it will not be a walk in the park for the American. So, who is likely to give him a hard time?
8. Trayvon Bromell (6.42 seconds, 2023)
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A two-time Olympian, Trayvon Bromell’s indoor performances are a testament to his raw speed. With a personal best of 6.42 seconds, Bromell also boasts a bronze medal in the 100 meters from the 2022 World Championships and a lifetime best of 9.76 seconds outdoors, tying him for the fastest time in the post-Usain Bolt era.
7. Bingtian Su (6.42 seconds, 2018)
China’s Bingtian Su clocked 6.42 seconds in 2018, earning a silver medal at the World Indoor Championships. While he hasn’t medaled in outdoor global events, his personal best of 9.83 seconds in the 100 meters underscores his capability to compete with the best.
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07:30 - 19.12.2024
Could Asia's fastest man Su Bingtian run faster than Usain Bolt? 3D simulation shockingly reveals how a race between the two would go
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6. Dwayne Chambers (6.42 seconds, 2009)
Dwayne Chambers made his mark indoors with a 6.42-second sprint and a World Indoor title in 2010. Though controversies overshadow parts of his career, his 100-meter personal best of 9.97 seconds and world championship medal highlight his talent.
5. Lamont Marcell Jacobs (6.41 seconds, 2022)
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The Italian sprinter is best known for his historic 100-meter gold at the Tokyo Olympics, but Jacobs also dominated indoors with a 6.41-second sprint in 2022, which helped him secure a World Indoor title. His Olympic victory, achieved with a personal best of 9.80 seconds, cemented his legacy.
4. Andre Cason (6.41 seconds, 1992)
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Andre Cason’s indoor sprinting prowess peaked in 1992 when he ran 6.41 seconds, earning him a World Indoor Championship title. His outdoor career featured a silver medal in the 100 meters at the 1993 World Championships and a personal best of 9.92 seconds.
3. Ronnie Baker (6.40 seconds, 2018)
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Ronnie Baker’s explosive 6.40-second performance earned him a bronze medal at the 2018 World Indoor Championships. Though he hasn’t secured a global medal in the 100 meters, his personal best of 9.83 seconds makes him a formidable competitor.
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16:30 - 01.12.2024
'You didn't get anything in my time' - American sprint legend Maurice Greene agrees with Linford Christie on why modern sprinters have it 'easy'
Unlike modern athletes who get so many incentives even when they do not win any medals, sprinters during Maurice Greene's era only received medals and nothing else for their efforts.
2. Maurice Greene (6.39 seconds, 1998)
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Maurice Greene held the world record in the 60 meters for years after his 6.39-second dash in 1998. A dominant force in sprinting, Greene’s résumé includes multiple Olympic and World Championship golds in the 100 meters, making him one of the sport’s all-time greats.
1. Christian Coleman (6.34 seconds, 2018)
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Christian Coleman holds the world record for the 60 meters, set in 2018. As a two-time World Indoor Champion, Coleman’s 6.34-second performance remains the fastest in history.
Outdoors, his 9.76-second 100-meter best places him among the quickest sprinters in the post-Bolt era.
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13:00 - 25.11.2024
British sprint icon Linford Christie on why modern sprinters like Noah Lyles, Kishane Thompson & Co have It 'easier' than past generations
American sprint legend Maurice Greene remains steadfast on his stance over modern sprinters, believing they have it so much 'easier' chances to dominate sprinting nowadays compared to his era.
Conclusion
While the 60-meter dash may not receive the same level of recognition as the 100 meters, it serves as a proving ground for explosive starts and raw speed.
From Christian Coleman’s world record to Noah Lyles’ transition to 100-meter dominance, these performances demonstrate that indoor success often translates to outdoor greatness.