22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
A Mexican "Lucha Libre" contestant attacks his opponent by jumping off the ropes
Lucha Libre is a Mexican wrestling tradition where well known, masked competitors compete for their many fans. Here, an acrobatic wrestler flies from above and lands on his opponent. these wrestlers, both men and women, are incredible athletesin addition to being real showmen... the fans all have their favorites leading to lots of noise and action.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 10.2024 |
Date Uploaded: | 10.2024 |
Photo Location: | Puebla, Mexico |
Camera: | NIKON D3400 |
Copyright: | © Michael Biggs |