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Dikec’s relaxed yet focused style brought back memories of the Paris Olympics, where he made headlines for competing without the usual protective equipment
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Yusuf Dikec, the Turkish shooter who gained worldwide fame for his cool and casual style at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has once again captured attention with his effortless charm and precision at the European Champions League of Air Weapons. Dikec played a key role in leading Turkey to three gold medals at the event held recently in Istanbul.
Wearing his signature polo white T-shirt and glasses — a stark contrast to the high-tech gear worn by many of his rivals — Dikec calmly took aim and fired a flawless shot that has since gone viral on social media.
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Alongside teammate Mustafa Inan, he defeated Germany’s Christian Reitz and Paul Frohlich 2-0 in the men’s team final, securing gold for Turkey.
Dikec’s relaxed yet focused style brought back memories of the Paris Olympics, where he made headlines for competing without the usual protective equipment like headphones or specialised shooting glasses. His silver medal win in the mixed 10-metre air pistol event made him a global sensation, with many fans and commentators praising his nonchalant approach.
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October 06, 2025, 19:13 IST
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