# Stones surprised by viral prank's popularity

Manchester City footballer John Stones commented on a prank that went viral, saying he didn't expect it to gain so much traction. The prank, which involved a fake interview, quickly spread across social media platforms. Stones' reaction highlights how even small, unplanned moments can capture wide public attention.

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## Sources

### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cdej0znl156o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:53:47 GMT