The 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing were a spectacle to behold. From the stunning opening ceremony to the nail-biting competitions, everyone was glued to their screens during the two-week event. But amidst all the excitement, there was a hidden treasure trove of hilarity to be found–the memes. Yes, the internet did what it does best and turned some of the most memorable moments of the Olympics into side-splitting memes. In this article, we’ll take a look back at some of the funniest ones.
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The Tongan Flag Bearer
We have to start with the most iconic moment of the opening ceremony–the Tongan flag bearer. Pita Taufatofua, who had previously gone viral for his oiled-up appearance at the 2016 Olympics, once again stole the show by walking out shirtless and oiled up in freezing temperatures. The internet went wild, with memes flooding social media feeds. One Twitter user wrote, “When you’re so excited for the Olympics, you forget to put on a shirt.” Another person commented, “If I had abs like that, I wouldn’t wear a shirt either.”
The Skiing Wardrobe Malfunction
During the women’s skiathlon, Swiss skier Nadine Fähndrich suffered a wardrobe malfunction when her pants fell down mid-race. Despite the embarrassing moment, Fähndrich managed to finish the race and even ended up in the top 10. Of course, the internet couldn’t resist turning this into a meme. One user wrote, “When you’re trying to keep it together, but life keeps throwing you curveballs.” Another person commented, “When you finally get to wear your favorite pants, but they don’t fit anymore.”
The Figure Skating Side-Eye
During the pairs figure skating competition, Chinese skater Wenjing Sui gave her partner, Cong Han, a not-so-subtle side-eye after he stumbled during their routine. The moment was captured on camera and quickly turned into a meme. One Twitter user wrote, “When your partner messes up but you still have to smile through it.” Another person commented, “That look could kill.”
The Curling Intensity
Curling may not be the most exciting sport to watch, but the intensity on the faces of the athletes is something to behold. Canadian curler Rachel Homan became the face of this intensity when a photo of her staring down the ice went viral. One person commented, “When you’re trying to will the stone into the house with your mind.” Another wrote, “That’s the face you make when you’re about to ask for a raise.”
The Closing Ceremony Dance Party
The closing ceremony of the Olympics is usually a time for athletes to relax and celebrate their achievements. But the Swedish women’s curling team took it to the next level when they started an impromptu dance party on the stage. The internet loved it, with one person writing, “When you win the gold medal in curling and it’s time to party.” Another commented, “I never knew I needed a video of Swedish curlers dancing until now.”
Responses from Social Media Users
The Olympic memes didn’t just bring laughter to people’s lives, they also sparked conversations online. Here are some responses from social media users: – “I love how memes can bring people together from all over the world. It’s like we’re all in on the joke.” – @funnymemez4life – “The Olympics are already so entertaining, but the memes just add an extra layer of fun.” – @sportsfanatic23 – “I never thought I’d be interested in curling, but the memes have me hooked.” – @memelover69
Conclusion
The 2022 Winter Olympics may be over, but the memes will live on forever. From the Tongan flag bearer to the Swedish curling dance party, these hilarious moments brought joy to millions of people around the world. Who knows what the 2024 Olympics will bring, but one thing’s for sure–the internet will be ready to meme it.
