51-year-old Turkish athlete Yusuf Dikeç attracted attention with his extraordinary style in shooting at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Dikeç competed in the 10-meter air pistol mixed team event and brought the silver medal to Turkey with her partner Şevval İlayda Tarhan. But what really made him stand out was his relaxed, equipment-free style during the competition.
Dikeç surprised everyone by shooting with one hand in his pocket and minimal equipment, in an environment where his competitors were competing with special glasses, anti-blur lenses and noise-cancelling headphones. This relaxed attitude not only won him a silver medal, but also made him a phenomenon on social media.
Dikeç said about his viral fame, "I don't need special equipment. I'm a natural, a natural shooter." said. These words revealed his confidence in his abilities and his innovative approach to shooting. Dikeç's performance and style left an unforgettable mark at the 2024 Paris Olympics.