In an unexpected turn of events, French pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati has garnered widespread attention on the internet for reasons beyond his athletic skills. Ammirati, 21, experienced an unusual mishap during the pole vault competition at the Olympics, which inadvertently led to a viral moment involving his physical attributes.
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Atleta francês Anthony Ammirati cujo pênis viralizou faz piada no Tiktok:
“Se faz mais barulho por causa do teu volume do que pelas tuas performances” pic.twitter.com/W3dotF3ZKY— Fernando Berenguel (@euberenga) August 7, 2024
The Incident
On August 3, Ammirati’s Olympic hopes were dashed when an unforeseen issue occurred during his pole vault attempt. As he launched himself into the air, his penis struck the crossbar, causing it to fall and ultimately resulting in his elimination from the competition. The incident led to a flurry of social media activity, with many users highlighting the awkward and unexpected nature of the event.
Ammirati’s Response
In a now-deleted TikTok video, Anthony Ammirati humorously addressed his newfound fame. The clip showed him dining alone with a dejected expression, and he made a sarcastic comment about his sudden internet fame overshadowing his athletic achievements. The French caption read, “POV: You make more buzz for your package than for your performances.” Despite the humor, Ammirati later chose not to continue with the light-hearted approach, opting to focus on his performance and training.
Public Reaction
Social media users quickly reacted to the video, with comments ranging from jokes about Ammirati’s misfortune to playful remarks about his unorthodox fame. One user commented, “If you’re going to be famous for losing a pole vault, this is the way to do it.” Another quipped, “His pole certainly vaulted.” Many noted the contrast between his viral moment and the Olympic medal he did not win.
An Unexpected Offer
In a surprising twist, Anthony Ammirati received a $250,000 offer from the pornographic website CamSoda following the incident. The site’s vice president, Daryn Parker, extended the offer for a 60-minute webcam show, humorously referring to Ammirati’s “talent below the belt.” Parker’s offer highlighted the unusual way Ammirati’s mishap had captured public imagination, furthering the internet sensation surrounding the pole vaulter.
Ammirati’s Disappointment
Reflecting on his Olympic performance, Ammirati expressed his frustration over the missed opportunity. He noted, “I’m a bit gutted because I didn’t miss anything on the third attempt at 5.70 meters. What I did miss was a bit of jumping in training to fine-tune the settings.”
As Ammirati navigates the aftermath of his viral moment, his story serves as a reminder of how unexpected events can capture global attention, sometimes overshadowing even the most impressive athletic feats.
