NEWSFLASH: Kylian Mbappe is fast.

But what makes him fast? What is characteristic about the way he uses his speed? And how has the way he uses his speed evolved over the course of his career? My piece with @markcarey93.bsky.social for @theathleticfc.bsky.social https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6141444/2025/02/18/kylian-mbappe-speed-real-madrid-champions-league