In an exciting turn of events, Brazilian surfer Gabriel Medina triumphed over Kanoa Igarashi, the Japanese surfer who had previously beaten him at the Tokyo Olympics. Medina's win was not only a personal triumph but also a historic moment as he rode a near-perfect 9.90 wave on day three of the surfing competition in Tahiti. This score marked the highest in Olympic history, causing a wave of jubilation that spread around the world.
The moment of victory was captured in an extraordinary photograph by Jerome Brouillet. The image, which shows Medina jumping off his surfboard with his finger in the air and his board flying parallel to him, has since gone viral on social media. Among those celebrating Medina's success were fans from his country, including Real Madrid and Seleção striker Rodrygo.
Despite his win, Medina expressed some disappointment with the judges' score. He believed his performance deserved a perfect 10, saying: “I've done quite a few 10s before and I was like, 'That's for sure a 10'. The wave was so perfect.” Regardless of the score, Medina's performance has propelled him into the round of 16 of the competition, bringing him one step closer to his goal of an Olympic medal.
While the judges may not have awarded Medina a perfect score, the photograph capturing her victory has been hailed as the picture of perfection. As she continues her journey in the competition, Medina's performance and the iconic image of her victory will no doubt continue to inspire and captivate audiences around the world.
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