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'Bob the Cap Catcher' Paris Olympics' First Viral Sensation

A lifeguard's quick dive to retrieve a swim cap captures global attention and adoration.

Jul 28, 2024; Nanterre, France; The crowd cheers for a man who retrieved Emma Weber’s (USA) swim cap from the pool during the women’s 100-meter breaststroke preliminary heats during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Paris La Défense Arena.
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"Bob The Cap Catcher" Better Be Getting Plenty Of Ass In The Olympic Village This Summer
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Overview

  • Bob, a lifeguard in a floral Speedo, retrieved a lost swim cap during a women's 100-meter breaststroke heat.
  • The incident occurred when Team USA's Emma Weber dropped her cap, halting the race temporarily.
  • NBC commentators dubbed him 'Bob the Cap Catcher,' making him an instant viral hero.
  • Crowds cheered and catcalled as Bob triumphantly exited the pool with the cap.
  • The moment has sparked widespread social media buzz and admiration.