Now, that image – which was captured by French photographer, Jerome Brouillet, shooting for the AFP – has made TIME magazine’s coveted, annual list of the top 100 photos for 2024.

The mind-bending shot of Gabriel Medina taken by Jerome Brouillet during the Olympic surfing event in Teahupo’o won the overall Gold award and best photo in the ‘Aquatic’ sports.

Not a wave ridden, but rather, a kickout from Brazil’s Gabriel Medina, captured by Jerome Brouillet ... amidst a field of “24 winning images across sports categories including American ...

For centuries, the medina acted as a political and economic hub whose influence radiated throughout the Middle East. Royals resided here, international trade took place here and cultures developed ...