Emily Maye, Photographer, New York

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This dynamic sports photograph by Emily Maye captures a competitive swimmer mid-stroke during a freestyle swim. The composition focuses tightly on the swimmer's muscular arm cutting through turbulent turquoise water, throwing up a dense cascade of glistening droplets and white spray. A red swim cap featuring a small United States flag is partially submerged and visible near the center of the frame. Natural overhead lighting illuminates the sparkling water surface and highlights the athletic form. The high-speed capture freezes the explosive movement and intricate patterns of the splashing water.