The 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi became an instant internet sensation during the opening ceremony when one of the five giant glowing snowflakes failed to expand into an Olympic ring. This technical mishap immediately went viral, symbolizing the broader 'Sochi Problems' trend and the rushed preparations for the games. The image of four perfect rings and one stubborn snowflake is now used as a universal metaphor for an obvious failure in the midst of success, technical glitches, or projects that are 80% complete. It remains one of the most recognizable templates for expressing 'Expectation vs. Reality' in a sports context.