The 3000m steeplechase final at the European Championships in Birmingham. The German athlete dominated the entire race but had the misfortune of stumbling at the final water jump. You can see her sense of helplessness as the victory – or a medal – slips away. It is a magical moment captured in the photograph, yet a truly difficult one for the athlete.
ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHERS
Tom Jenkins (GBR)
Tom Jenkins has been a professional sports photographer in the UK since 1989. He has worked for the Guardian since 1990, covering sport both nationally and internationally.
Gaëlle Mobuchon (FRA)
Gaëlle Mobuchon has been a freelance photographer since 2022, specialising in sports photography, particularly athletics. Beyond movement and performance, her aim is to tell a story through photography, capturing the person behind the athlete, their emotions and the moments that make sport so special. She strives to bring creativity and a personal perspective to every image.
Victor Seco Muñoz (ESP)
Victor Seco Muñoz is a photographer specialising in sports, primarily athletics. His professional career began in 2019 and he currently works with major championships, magazines, sports brands and individual athletes. A former 1500m runner, now he strives to capture the perfect moment to be remembered.
