The Paris 2024 Olympic Games have officially ended, and in their wake, they left a host of unforgettable memories and moments.
The event was a record-breaking hit for NBC, which has its exclusive media rights until 2032, with a reported average of 34 million viewers consuming prime-time coverage. An increase of 79 percent from the previous Tokyo Games.
Paris was also a breakthrough in terms of gender equality, being the first of its kind to feature full gender parity due to the International Olympic Committee enforcing a 50/50 quota on athletes.
Relive some of the most memorable, awe-inspiring, hilarious, and emotional moments of the 2024 celebration with this list.
#1 Turkey’s Real-Life “John Wick” Became An Overnight Sensation For His Masterful Shooting And “Cool” Attitude
The air pistol competition became a meme-making machine after Turkey’s Yusuf Dikeç amazed everyone with his professional and relaxed attitude.
Viewers compared him to secret agents and hitmen from famous movies, with some labeling him the real-life “John Wick.”
While his rivals competed with modern accessories and sights and struck dramatic poses before their shots, Dikeç relied only on his reading glasses and nonchalantly put his hand in his pocket before shooting, effortlessly winning the silver medal.
The 51-year-old marksman is a retired member of the Turkish Gendarmerie and has been competing since 2001, earning 30 medals across various international championships.
