The trending Turkish archer from the Paris Olympics has become a movie star.

Dikech gained fame for his composed demeanor during the mixed event with Sevvalay Ilayda Tarhan at a distance of 10 meters, where he won a silver medal. His stance with hands in pockets during the decisive shot became a symbol of absolute calm and confidence.

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Yusuf, a former non-commissioned officer in the Turkish gendarmerie, has repeatedly won world and European championships in pistol shooting. However, it was after the Olympics that his popularity transcended the sports world.

The streaming platform SkyShowtime decided to incorporate this image into its new series "The Day of the Jackal." The series revolves around the confrontation between a hired killer and a special agent. In the storyline, the main character, played by Eddie Redmayne, hides under the identity of the Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikech.

Interestingly, Yusuf essentially played himself, although he did not directly participate in the filming. His image became a key element of the series' promotional trailer. Within just one day, the trailer featuring Dikech garnered over a million views.

Fans are enthusiastically discussing this unexpected transformation of the Olympic athlete into a series star. Dikech has yet to comment on his newfound popularity in the cinematic world, but it is clear that his image is now associated not only with sports but also with a mysterious cinematic narrative.