Is Olympic fame Yusuf Dikec really that cool in real life? His colleague shares the truth
Yusuf Dikec, a Turkish shooter, has become a social media sensation thanks to his relaxed demeanor at the shooting range during the Paris Olympics. Dikec, a former officer in the Turkish Gendarmerie, a branch of Turkish Ministry of Interior responsible for the maintenance of the public order in areas that fall outside the jurisdiction of police forces, teamed up with Sevval Ilayda Tarhan to secure a silver medal in the mixed team 10-meter air pistol event. His unorthodox style, including casual attire and a hand casually tucked into his pocket, has caught the attention of many online.
Dikec's teammate, Sevval Ilayda Tarhan, has defended his casual style, noting that Dikec’s choice of regular glasses and minimal gear is a personal preference that works for him. She also expressed pride in his newfound fame and confirmed that the team is aiming for gold at the next Olympics in Los Angeles.
«But at the same time, he's very warm to people close to him,» she said. «You can crack jokes with him, share anything with him.»
Why Yusuf Dikec does not use any eye gear?
The internet is buzzing about Yusuf Dikec, who has competed in every Olympics since his debut in Beijing 2008. His teammate, Sevval Ilayda Tarhan, describes him as both “cool” and “warm-hearted,” noting that he is approachable and easy to joke with. Dikec, however, appears surprised by the online hype, expressing to Turkish media that he did not expect such recognition. He mentioned that his preference for shooting with both eyes open makes traditional equipment
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