AnirudhaI Don’t Need This Anymore
Alexander Rodriguez, better known as A-Rod, retired from the MLB in 2016. This photo was snapped not too long before his retirement. The photo helps shed some light on emotions that Alex may have been feeling, when he decided to retire. It definitely looks like he no longer cares and is ready to give up on the sport and throw in the towel (or should we say bat?).
When You Gotta Go, You Gotta Go
Despite what many people think, professional cycling is a very team-oriented sport. Strategy about where and how people ride, amongst a team, is thoroughly thought out before every race. The leaders of the sport, depend on their teammates in order to win gold. Speed and coordination are necessary to win. Therefore, there is no time to stop, for anything.
Synchronized Swimming…And Spitting
Synchronized swimming is an art form. From the make-up, to the outfits, to the moves, everything is completely pre-planned to create an overall masterpiece. Although this may look strange, the swimmers spitting the water was actually part of their routine. However, when it is taken out of context, the move looks rather silly.
Rubber Arm
All pitchers in the MLB have a different way of throwing the ball. However, the basic motion is the same across the board. One moves his arm in a forward motion to launch the ball towards the plate. However, to improve one’s fastball, one must improve his external rotation. This pitcher has clearly worked on that as his arm is super flexible and almost looks like rubber.
A Flip Throw
Although not normally seen in games, a flip throw is a way for a soccer player to throw the ball back into play. It takes extreme strength and agility. However, if done correctly, it allows a player to launch the ball much further than a normal throw in. This woman was snapped doing her flip throw mid-way, making for a very cool picture.
Matrix Basketball
This photo looks like it could be taken right out the film “The Matrix.” The photography was able to capture the perfect moment between the defender falling and the offender trying to leap towards the basket. It was snapped in 2015 at the NCAA tournament game between Boise State University and the University of Dayton. This leap helped Dayton take home the victory.