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Sports in Focus

4 months ago

To celebrate the summer of sport, we've dived into our archives to present eight captivating sports photography series from the last three editions of the Sony World Photography Awards. Shooting sports can be as rewarding as it is challenging—the fast-paced environments offer plenty of opportunities to capture the perfect shot, from incredible athletic feats and moments of passion to perfectly synchronized teams and camaraderie between athletes.

The Sports category in the Professional competition in the Sony World Photography Awards rewards series that capture the intensity, emotions and action of a chosen sport subject. Discover our highlights below - from wrestling and swimming at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics to lesser known sports such as Bavarian finger wrestling and the ritual fight of the indigenous people of Xingu, Brazil.