Raphinha and Hakimi's shadows captured during Olympic event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 9:36 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Photographer Matt Slocum captured an impressive image of Raphinha and Achraf Hakimi casting long shadows on the field at a recent Olympic event in East Rutherford, N.J. The shot took advantage of unique lighting conditions created by the evening sun coming through the stadium. Slocum's perspective from a catwalk allowed for an unconventional view that highlighted the players' body language and the movement of the ball, adding depth to the image. The photo represents a more artistic take on sports photography, contrasting traditional action shots with a focus on shadows and light.
- •Photographer Matt Slocum took the picture from a stadium catwalk.
- •The image features Raphinha and Hakimi in action on the field.
- •Long shadows were created by the evening sun's light.
- •Slocum sought an unconventional perspective for a unique shot.
- 9:36 PMYahoo Sports — One Extraordinary Photo: Raphinha, Hakimi and their shadows
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