At 24, Joseph Fahnbulleh is gearing up for a bold new phase in his sprinting career — one that could reshape his rivalry with 200m world champion Noah Lyles. As Lyles continues to dominate the event, Fahnbulleh’s reported switch in training environment signals real intent to close the gap. According to Global Athletics Hub on X, the sprinter has officially changed coaches.

He has reportedly left coach Mike Holloway, and is currently training under the guidance of coach Ken Harnden, who is based at the University of Auburn. This move could mark a strategic turning point in his pursuit of Lyles. A new training group often translates into new techniques, renewed motivation, and faster times. And Fahnbulleh is reportedly training with “the likes of Kanyinsola Ajayi, Maka Charamba & Ja’Kobe

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