The muffin man' or how the internet has shone a light on lesser-known Olympic athletes
Briefly

Henrik Christiansen's TikTok videos rating chocolate muffins at the Olympic Village have earned him fame, in contrast to his sporting results, reflecting a changing landscape where athlete popularity extends beyond medals.
His success on TikTok is not coincidental, with Christiansen's engaging approach, humor, and use of typical TikTok features contributing to his popularity, with nearly half a million followers.
Christiansen's rise as the 'muffin man' signifies a shift from traditional sports focus to recognizing athlete influence and charm in niche categories, illustrating the evolving dynamics of sports viewership.
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