'Paid to prop him up?' – Noah Lyles supports fiancée Junelle Bromfi

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Noah Lyles has defended fiancée Junelle Bromfield against online criticism showcasing their bond amidst controversy over Netflix’s Sprint.

Olympic 100m gold medalist Noah Lyles has once again shown his unwavering support for fiancée Junelle Bromfield, defending her against online criticism stemming from her portrayal in Netflix’s docuseries Sprint.

The couple, who recently announced their engagement, continue to capture the spotlight both on and off the track, proving their bond is as unshakable as their individual athletic achievements.

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The controversy began after a fan on X criticized Bromfield’s role in the series, posting, “Junelle’s entire role in the #Sprintnetflix series is to prop Noah up and act like his cheerleader. Nothing about her talent or her quest to the Olympic faces.”

Bromfield did not hold back in her response, writing, “And she is getting paid to do it . Must be exhausting.”

Lyles quickly chimed in with a supportive post of his own: “Easy Money.”

The four-part Netflix docuseries primarily focuses on Lyles’ road to the Paris Olympics, including his achievements in becoming a six-time world champion.

However, critics have pointed out the lack of screen time dedicated to other athletes’ journeys, including Bromfield’s.

Despite her appearance in the series, Bromfield’s athletic feats—such as her role as a Tokyo Olympics bronze medalist and a key member of Jamaica’s 4x400m relay team—were largely omitted, with the series portraying her predominantly in the role of Lyles’ partner.

Bromfield competed in both the women’s 400m event and the 4x400m relay mixed event at the Paris Olympics but faced challenges, including an eighth-place finish in the 400m semifinal and a fifth-place relay team result.

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Despite these setbacks, the Jamaican sprinter’s accomplishments remain significant.

Fans, however, have expressed disappointment that her athletic narrative wasn’t given its due recognition in Sprint.

Bromfield has taken the criticism in stride, stating that she was compensated for her appearance and standing by her role in the series.

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This is not the first time Lyles has stepped up for Bromfield in the face of public scrutiny.

Earlier this year, during an appearance on the Track World News podcast, Lyles made comments about internal conflicts within Jamaican track camps, which he claimed to have learned from Bromfield.

The revelation led to intense backlash from Jamaican fans, with some accusing Bromfield of betrayal.

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The online harassment escalated to the point where she felt unsafe returning to Jamaica following the Paris Olympics.

Lyles, however, refused to let the negativity affect their relationship.

“We’re both Olympic medalists, we’re both two-time Olympians, we’ve been to multiple world championships together. And even though our journeys are different, we still are fighters and we have a lot of the same qualities,” he said in a post with People Magazine.

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Beyond words, Lyles has taken concrete steps to protect Bromfield, ensuring her safety and wellbeing amidst the turmoil.

His steadfast support has earned admiration from fans who view their relationship as an example of resilience and partnership.