Overview
- Yusuf Dikeç became a viral sensation at the Paris Olympics with his relaxed shooting style, earning Turkey's first Olympic shooting medal.
- Dikeç, 51, won a silver medal in the mixed team 10m air pistol event, marking his first Olympic medal in five appearances.
- His distinctive pose, shooting with one hand in his pocket, has been widely shared and imitated on social media.
- Despite not qualifying for the finals at the ISSF World Cup in New Delhi, Dikeç remains focused on competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
- Dikeç appreciates the lack of age restrictions in shooting sports, allowing him to extend his career and inspire young athletes in Turkey.