Sharpshooters, Pommel Horse Expert, and More

Snoop Dogg became a standout figure at the 2024 Paris Olympics, capturing the attention of many as NBC’s special correspondent and fervent supporter of Team USA. The “Young, Wild & Free” artist, now 52, made waves when he was seen dancing as Simone Biles took to the gymnastics floor for the qualifying round, and cheering enthusiastically for Caleb Dressel during his gold-winning Men’s 4x100m freestyle relay.

Snoop Dogg even got a taste of the Olympian life, taking part in a swim with Michael Phelps and running on the track.

A pool worker, affectionately nicknamed “Bob the Cap Catcher,” also grabbed the spotlight during the women’s 100-meter breaststroke event. He came to American swimmer Emma Webber’s aid, retrieving her swimming cap in his striking flowery Speedo. A video of his dive and exit from the pool, which earned a resounding cheer from the audience, quickly went viral.

Egyptian fencer Nada Hafez made headlines by announcing her participation in the Olympics while seven months pregnant. Hafez celebrated her progress to the round of 16, sharing on Instagram that her journey was physically and emotionally challenging but incredibly rewarding.

Agence France-Presse photographer Jérôme Brouillet captured a stunning moment of Olympic surfer Gabriel Medina seemingly levitating after riding a giant wave in Teahupo’o, Tahiti. Medina achieved a historic 9.90 points, the highest single-wave score in Olympic history.

South Korean sharpshooter Kim Yeji became a sensation on social media for her cool demeanor during the 10-meter air pistol women’s event. She won a silver medal and was likened to James Bond and Satoru Gojo from Jujutsu Kaisen.

In a rare show of unity, North and South Korean table tennis players appeared together on the Olympic medal podium. South Korea’s Lim Jong-hoon snapped a memorable group photo of the North Korean silver medalists and Chinese gold medalists, which quickly spread online.

Simone Biles returned to the 2024 Paris Olympics with a triumphant comeback, setting 13 new Olympic records. She won three gold medals in the team all-around, individual all-around, and vault events, plus a silver in the floor exercise routine. Biles now holds 11 Olympic medals, making her the most decorated gymnast in history.

Stephen Nedoroscik captured the internet’s attention during his Olympic debut in artistic gymnastics. The 25-year-old earned the nickname “Pommel Horse Guy” after helping the U.S. men secure a bronze medal in the team event—their first in 16 years—and winning an individual bronze in the pommel horse.

Fans compared Nedoroscik to a real-life Clark Kent, as he removed his glasses before performing his 45-second routine. He also intrigued many by solving a Rubik’s cube in under 10 seconds while in Paris.

Turkey’s Yusuf Dikec also went viral for his casual yet dominant performance in the mixed team 10-meter air pistol event. Competing in casual attire with only a simple ear plug, Dikec’s marksmanship earned him a silver medal, drawing comparisons to a John Wick live-action scene.

Chinese gymnast Zhou Yaqin stole hearts worldwide with her adorable reaction on the podium. After seeing Alice D’Amato and Manila Esposito biting their medals, she mimicked the gesture while looking puzzled, creating a fond Olympic memory.

Source: OK! Magazine