23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Fall vs Save
The image focuses on two boys, One boy, with a powerful, almost balletic kick, propels the worn blue ball through the air. His form is surprisingly elegant, showcasing an innate understanding of the game's mechanics even in these challenging conditions. The other boy, sprawled on the ground, seems to have just missed the ball. There is a dynamic tension, not of aggression, but of spirited competition.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 08.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Hyderabad, India |
| Camera: | NIKON D3400 |
| Copyright: | © Sahith Nagadesi |