Elon Musk Responds To Olympian Yusuf Dikec’s Question: Can Robots Win Future Olympic Medals?

Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikec went viral after winning a silver medal in the 10m air pistol event at the 2024 Paris Olympics. His fame surpassed the gold medalist due to his “gearless” look. Social media buzzed with posts about his casual style, as he competed without wearing protective earplugs or lenses. Recently, the Olympian invited billionaire Elon Musk to visit Istanbul on X (formerly Twitter). Musk’s response is going viral.

Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikec asked Musk if robots can win medals at the Olympics in the future

Yusuf Dikec, the Turkish shooter who recently won a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, posted an intriguing question on X (formerly Twitter) to billionaire Elon Musk. He asked,

“Hi Elon, do you think future robots can win medals at the Olympics with their hands in their pockets?”

This query sparked a lot of attention online, highlighting Dikec’s take on the future of robotics in sports. This is not it, Dikec went on to invite Musk to discuss the topic further in Istanbul, which he described as,

“The cultural capital that unites continents.”

He suggested meeting there to have a deeper conversation about the potential role of robots in sports. Dikec shared this message alongside a picture of himself from the Olympics, showcasing his unique style that had already captured the public’s imagination.

Have a look at the whole tweet

Hi Elon, do you think future robots can win medals at the Olympics with their hands in their pockets? How about discussing this in Istanbul, the cultural capital that unites continents? @elonmusk pic.twitter.com/BR5iJmNOHD

— Yusuf Dikec (@yusufdikec) August 4, 2024

Elon Musk took to the comment section and gave a response

Elon Musk responded to Yusuf Dikec’s invitation with characteristic wit and enthusiasm. In the comments section, Musk remarked,

“Robots will hit the center of the bullseye every time.”

Robots will hit the center of the bullseye every time

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 4, 2024

By saying so, he acknowledged the technological prowess of robots while adding a humorous touch to the conversation. In the follow-up comment, he further expressed his interest in Dikec’s invitation by saying,

“I do look forward to visiting Istanbul. It is one of the great cities of the world.”

I do look forward to visiting Istanbul. It is one of the great cities of the world.

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 4, 2024

Here is how netizens reacted to this conversation between Yusuf and Elon

The post has so far amassed over 8.9 million views and 145K likes. Many netizens took to the comment section to react to the conversation between Yusuf and Musk. Have a look,

Yeah Elon, it is! You have a lot of fans in Turkiye!

— Figen (@TheFigen_) August 4, 2024

But the robots won’t have their hands in their pockets! pic.twitter.com/NC9p1VtXVJ

— (@HamdiCelikbas) August 4, 2024

I would be surprised if the robots failed to hit the center of the bullseye every single time!! @yusufdikec , u may want to challenge Tesla’s Optimus robot! @elonmusk maybe u can champion an Olympic event for robots vs humans.

— Alvin Foo (@alvinfoo) August 4, 2024

AI and robots will soon rule the world

— Pjay the Gem Hunter (@PjayGemHunter) August 4, 2024

Yusuf Dikec is a four-time Olympian

While many may not know this Yusuf Dikec is a seasoned shooter and four-time Olympian, having competed in the 2008, 2012, 2016, and 2020 Games. He began shooting competitively in 2001 after working as a non-commissioned officer in the Gendarmerie General Command.

Dikec describes his shooting style as a “rare technique” and surprised many referees by shooting with both eyes open. He credits his success to intense training and dedicates his achievements to Turkey.

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