First, it was Kim Yeji who caught the world’s attention.
The athlete donned a backwards hat, which combined with her specialized lenses, created an instant Olympic icon.
At the 10 meter air pistol mixed team event, the attention turned to Yusuf Dikec.
Unlike most competitors, 51-year old Dikec didn’t wear specialized lenses or ear protection.
Instead, he just showed up wearing his glasses and a t-shirt.
As if that wasn’t cool enough, he competed with a hand in his pocket.
When asked about his lack of aids, Dikectoldthe press, I did not need special equipment.
I’m a natural, a natural shooter.
The incredible images both photographers and camera operators captured of them soon won them countless fans.
And while many athletes have won medals, no one has looked this smooth winning them.
The Olympic#shootingsportstars we didnt know we needed.
The 51-year-old used no eye aids or ear protection, shooting with a hand in his pocket.
He still walked away with a silver medal.
