Parisian Rats Enjoy Front Row Seats at the Olympics: Viral Tweet Sparks Hilarity

Kaylee Everhart

Updated Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In an unexpected yet amusing twist, a tweet from user "tatoo" with the handle "@nihildenial_" has taken the internet by storm. The tweet, which includes a photograph of several small gray rats peeking through a metal storm drain or grate, has captivated social media users worldwide. The image, which was reposted by Justin Whang, humorously claims that "GUYS PARISIAN RATS WERE WATCHING THE GOJIRA PART OF THE OLYMPICS OPENING."

This quirky tweet has garnered significant engagement, amassing 198 comments, 6.6K retweets, 73K likes, and a staggering 3 million views. The vibrant concrete surface featuring light blue and pink wavy lines adds a touch of whimsy to the scene.

Social media users were quick to draw parallels to popular culture, with one comment suggesting a plot for "Ratatouille 2" where Remy and his brother Emile compete in Olympic swim competitions against New York's infamous pizza rat. Another user humorously noted, "I've never seen so many rats as I did in Paris. Rat capital of the world?"

While some comments expressed admiration for the "mad cute" find, others delved into more serious observations about urban rat populations. One user pointed out the prevalence of rats in major cities globally, while another questioned the authenticity of the photo's Parisian setting.

Despite mixed reactions, the tweet has undeniably struck a chord with audiences, blending humor and a touch of reality. The playful suggestion for a "Ratatouille" sequel and the lighthearted commentary on urban wildlife have made this tweet a viral sensation.

So next time you stroll through Paris or any big city, keep an eye out—you never know when you might catch a glimpse of these tiny spectators enjoying their front-row seats to the world's biggest events.

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Top Comments from Imgur

bluto1415

Plot for ratatouille 2 Remy and his brother Emile are competing in Olympic swim competitions by controlling swimmers from underneath their swim caps only to find an American rat doing the same thing. The American rat will be played by new Yorks' pizza rat.

idiotet

I've never seen so many rats as i did in Paris. Rat capital of the world?

Redyls

remy is that you? (ratatouille)

VincitQuiSeVincit

that's mad cute. good find, @op.

gilarelli

Ackchyually, the blue part of the flag is the hoist side - so only one rat has the right flag

purinketsu

I haven't seen an actual source for that photo to prove it was in Paris, and I guess news outlets haven't either because they don't seem to use it in articles.

chichiFregiLover

rats are actually a plague in lot of big cities, on all continents

psychobeanz

Get back in the kitchen

CassiTheVainQueen

Look, I'm not one of those girls that screams at the sight of a mouse or rat, but I dunno, something about this really bothers me...

languex

Willard and his "friends"

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