“I did not need special equipment,” Dikec stated in an interview with EuroNews. “I’m a natural shooter.”
“Success doesn’t come with your hands in your pockets,” he added, displaying his unique sense of humor.
Dikec’s silver medal is a significant milestone for Turkey as it represents the country’s first-ever Olympic medal in shooting, as reported by the New York Post.
Dikec and teammate Sevval Ilayda Tarhan’s medal win was Turkey’s first-ever in Olympic shooting.
The 51-year-old finished 13th in the individual event to conclude his Paris Olympics campaign.
Dikec is already looking forward to the 2028 Olympics.
“I hope next in Los Angeles (for) a gold medal,” he said.
He had some fun with newfound fame, reposting a video compilation of Turkish-language memes about him to his Instagram page.
In addition to his recent success, Dikec also won gold at the World Cup series back in 2011.
Other Noteworthy Performances
Besides Dikec, South Korea’s Kim Yeji has been turning heads at the Games. Her formidable attitude and undeniable skill have earned her the nickname “Main Character Energy” among fans. Kim’s performances have drawn praise not only for her talent but also for her unapologetic confidence.
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