Usain Bolt, JamaicaLiterally the fastest human in the world, Bolt is exceedingly meme-able. This Olympics, a photo by Getty's Cameron Spencer showing Bolt zooming ahead of his competitors with apparent ease captures both his unparalleled talent and buckets of charisma.The Tonga flag bearer was THE story of the #Rio2016 #OpeningCeremony https://t.co/JuIdHtSJUp pic.twitter.com/o61p3fQVoF
— 120 Sports (@120Sports) August 6, 2016
Michael Phelps, USAAlways a great day at work when the worlds fastest man pops by #gettysport @usainbolt pic.twitter.com/Bfqjb9T4wN
— Cameron Spencer (@cjspencois) August 15, 2016
PhelpsFace is the epitome of a good meme: simple, stupid, and incredibly versatile. The meme preserves a moment just before the 200m butterfly semi-final, with Phelps preparing himself with a look of great intensity next to his rival, South African Chad le Clos. But really, it's just about the face, which the internet diligently repurposed into every scenario imaginable.
You underestimate the power of the Dark Side… pic.twitter.com/0exveKlZvn
— Deadspin (@Deadspin) August 9, 2016
Gary and Paul O'Donovan, IrelandIf only post-medal interviews could be an event, the Donovan brothers, lightweight men's double sculls in rowing, would be champions all over again. After their semi-final race, Paul described the process of rowing: "It isn't too complex really. A to B as fast as you can go and hope for the best. Close the eyes and pull like a dog." Leading up to the finals, #PullLikeADog became the choice hashtag of the O'Donovan brothers' fans.Shaunae Miller isn't just an Olympic gold medalist, she's also the only thing keeping the Leaning Tower of Pisa up. pic.twitter.com/pbOLIKq40K
— Funny Or Die (@funnyordie) August 17, 2016
Fu Yuanhui, ChinaWatch swimmer Fu Yuanhui's expression of surprised delight when she hears she made the 100 meter backstroke in less than 59 seconds. "Wow! Am I so fast?" she exclaimed. "I am very pleased!" Yuanhui has been praised not only for her speed, but also for her adorable facial expressions, down to earth attitude, and her frank talk on periods.Grinning from ear to ear listening to #odonovanbrothers
So proud.#PullLikeADog#shteakandspuds #RioOlympics2016 pic.twitter.com/8qAAIZh8n7
— John Toal (@johnnytoal) August 13, 2016
Severo Jesus Jurado Lopez (and his horse Lorenzo), SpainLopez and his horse Lorenzo are literally "Smooth" dancers as they trot to the beat of "Smooth" by Santana during their dressage routine. While horse and rider definitely have rhythm, they also both have incredible skill in their ability to control their movements at the pace and beat of the song.She's just my favorite. #FuYuanhui #2016Olympics pic.twitter.com/GVqFzgP2XR
— stephanie (@mrsDragaaa) August 16, 2016
Hiroki Ogita, JapanDid Ogita's junk get in the way of his gold medal? When the pole vaulter's package grazed the pole, knocking the bar off the stand, Ogita was disqualified. He denies that it was his penis that led to the fail, but by the looks of the sadly meme-able image, it was a painful moment no matter what caused it.The Horse Dancing to Santana's 'Smooth' Makes It Real at the Olympics: Spain's Severo Jurado Lopez may have f… https://t.co/pFGUU50tXf
— Thomas Adams (@fatzdaghost) August 15, 2016
Oh Nuts! Japanese Pole Vaulter Hiroki Ogita Crushes His Manhood And His Olympic Dreamhttps://t.co/NR1iD8yPU0 pic.twitter.com/IgLeavNufK
— 9GAG (@9GAG) August 17, 2016