2006 Photo Contest, Sports Action, 1st prize
Photographer

John Mabanglo

European Pressphoto Agency

22 July, 2005

Chelsea Davis (US) strikes her face on the diving board while attempting an inward two-and-a-half somersault in the preliminary round of the women's three-meter springboard competition at the FINA World Championships. She required three stitches but otherwise sustained no serious injury. The championships showcase five disciplines: water polo, open water swimming, diving, swimming and synchronized swimming.

About the photographer

John Mabanglo

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