Dikec, 51, who won a silver medal in the mixed team 10-metre air pistol event, took to social media platform X to ask Musk: “Hi Elon, do you think future robots can win medals at the Olympics with their hands in their pockets?”
Dikec’s question stems from his own relaxed approach to competitive shooting.Unlike his gear-laden competitors, Dikec competed in a plain T-shirt with one hand casually tucked in his pocket, foregoing specialised lenses and protective equipment. This laid-back style quickly made him a viral sensation, drawing comparisons to movie characters.
“How about discussing this in Istanbul, the cultural capital that unites continents?” Dikec added in his post to Musk, inviting further dialogue on the topic.
Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, responded confidently: “Robots will hit the center of the bullseye every time.” And to talking this out in Istanbul, Musk said that he looks forward visiting the city. “I do look forward to visiting Istanbul. It is one of the great cities of the world,” he said.
The exchange comes as Musk recently announced plans for Tesla to begin production of humanoid robots next year, with broader implementation by 2026. Musk believes these robots, called Optimus, will revolutionise data collection and AI learning.
Alongside teammate Sevval Ilayda Tarhan, Dikec secured Turkey’s first-ever Olympic medal in shooting. A seven-time European champion, his unorthodox approach stood out against competitors who typically use extensive gear to reduce glare and noise at the shooting range.
Dikec says that he remains focused on his sport. He expressed aspirations for gold at the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games.
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