Olympic Surfer photo
Olympic Surfer photo
Olympic Surfer photo
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Jérôme Brouillet, a photographer for Agence France-Presse, captured a breathtaking photo of Brazilian surfer Gabriel Medina during the 2024 Summer Olympics in Tahiti, which has gone viral and could become iconic. The image showcases Medina soaring above the ocean after achieving a historic score of 9.90, the highest single-wave score in Olympic history, while celebrating his performance. Brouillet, who has lived in Tahiti for nearly a decade, emphasized the importance of timing and anticipation in capturing such a moment, aided by perfect wave conditions. Medina's photo has garnered over 2 million likes on social media, signaling its widespread appeal. As Medina continues to compete, he expressed his joy in surfing at the Olympics, stating it is a dream come true. This remarkable shot not only highlights Medina's athleticism but also Brouillet's exceptional skill as a photographer.

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