Remember Yusuf Dikec? At the Paris Olympics 2024, the 52-year-old Turkish shooter won a silver medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event.
His calm and casual style made him a viral internet sensation. Unlike most shooters, he competed without protective earwear or special lenses. With one hand in his pocket, his relaxed posture became iconic.
Social media users admired his confidence and composure. Riding on his newfound fame, Dikec even posted a message to Elon Musk on social media. He asked the Tesla CEO if future robots could win Olympic medals with their hands in their pockets. Musk’s reply made the post go viral .
“Robots will hit the center of the bullseye every time,” Musk replied.
At the same time, he spoke about visiting the largest city in Turkiye: “I do look forward t