‘It’s OK to mess around’: how ‘mop man’ stole the show at Glasgow’s Commonwealth Games
CJ Miller, a dancer hired to entertain crowds at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, has become a viral sensation known as the 'mop man'. His impromptu dance routines during court cleaning breaks have delighted audiences in Glasgow.
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This human-interest story illustrates the power of viral social media moments in enhancing the atmosphere of major international sporting events.
CJ Miller, the man behind the mop, says he is enjoying ‘a lovely 50 minutes of fame’. CJ Miller, the man behind the mop, says he is enjoying ‘a lovely 50 minutes of fame’. Commonwealth Games ‘It’s OK to mess around’: how ‘mop man’ stole the show at Glasgow’s Commonwealth Games CJ Miller from West Lothian has delighted global audiences with ‘sheer stupidity’ of his half-time dances
Prefer the Guardian on Google The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow have already provided plenty of highlights. But fans across the world have been dazzled by one particular breakout star: the “mop man”.
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