Pommel Horse Guy Just Explained His Viral Ear Tug And The Olympic Gymnast's Story Just Got Even Sweeter

No, the Olympian who has stolen the hearts of unsuspecting viewers everywhere is pommel horse hero Stephen Nedoroscik, who helped clinch a medal for the U.S. men’s gymnastics team.

Viewers of the outstanding men’s team gymnastics event probably noticed Nedoroscik putting on his game face as soon as he removed his glasses – in a move worthy of Clark Kent – to approach the pommel horse, but there was no way of knowing the sweet story behind the ear tug.

Now, the athlete has explained one of his habits that fans may have noticed on screen, and the story is quite touching.