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Cycling - Tour de France cycling race - Stage 14 from Montelimar to Villars-les-Dombes
Cycling - The Tour de France cycling race - The 208.5-km (129.5 miles) Stage 14 from Montelimar to Villars-les-Dombes, Parc des Oiseaux, France - 16/07/2016 - A bee flies close to a sunflower as the pack of riders cycles during the stage. REUTERS/Jean-Paul Pelissier TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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In this print captured by Jean-Paul Pelissier during the Tour de France cycling race, we are transported to a picturesque scene in the French countryside. The 208.5-km Stage 14 takes us from Montelimar to Villars-les-Dombes, where Parc des Oiseaux provides a stunning backdrop for this intense competition. Amidst the flurry of cyclists pedaling with determination, our attention is drawn to a delicate moment shared between nature and sport. A bee gracefully hovers near a vibrant sunflower, as if acknowledging their mutual existence in this vast landscape. The composition beautifully showcases the contrast between man-made athleticism and the tranquility of rural surroundings. Against an expansive blue sky and fields of agriculture, these professional athletes navigate through winding roads while showcasing their strength and endurance. The image not only captures the essence of summer but also highlights the intricate details found within nature's creations. With its depth of field technique, every petal on the sunflower comes alive alongside each cyclist in formation. This photograph serves as a reminder that even amidst fierce competition, there is room for appreciation and harmony with our natural world. It encapsulates both action-packed excitement and serene beauty - a testament to both human achievement and Mother Nature's artistry.
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