AP photographers have once again proven their talent for capturing the most memorable moments in the world of sports. Last week was a whirlwind of excitement with finals in various sports taking place around the globe.
Thibault Camus skillfully captured a moment during the French Open first-round match between Slovakian tennis player Rebecca Sramkova and Amanda Anisimova of the U.S. The image perfectly framed the action on the court, with spectators’ shadows adding a unique touch to the scene.
Meanwhile, Petr David Josek’s photograph of Brady Tkachuk of the United States receiving a punch in the face from Michal Kempny of the Czech Republic during the ice hockey world championship quarterfinals showcased the intense physicality of the sport.
Ingrid Syrstad Engen’s jubilant expression was beautifully captured by Jose Breton as Barcelona defeated Lyon in the Women’s Champions League final. Steven Senne also caught a thrilling moment as Boston Celtics forward Oshae Brissett celebrated a dunk against the Indiana Pacers during the NBA Eastern Conference finals.
Other highlights from the week included Manchester United’s surprising victory over Manchester City in the FA Cup final, Atalanta ending Bayer Leverkusen’s unbeaten streak, Josef Newgarden winning the Indianapolis 500, and Paris Saint-Germain bidding farewell to Kylian Mbappé after winning the French Cup final.
The stunning images were curated by Milan-based Associated Press photographer Luca Bruno, showcasing the diverse range of emotions and actions that make sports so captivating.