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What a shot! 39 amazing sports photos

Updated 3:32 PM EST, Tue December 15, 2015
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American skier Lindsey Vonn celebrates Saturday, December 12, <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2015%2F12%2F12%2Fsport%2Fskiing-vonn-shiffrin-hirscher%2F" target="_blank">after winning the giant slalom</a> during the World Cup event in Are, Sweden. It was the fourth straight World Cup victory for Vonn, who won three races the week before.
American skier Lindsey Vonn celebrates Saturday, December 12, after winning the giant slalom during the World Cup event in Are, Sweden. It was the fourth straight World Cup victory for Vonn, who won three races the week before.
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Seattle wide receiver Doug Baldwin, left, is hit by Baltimore's Kendrick Lewis during an NFL game in Seattle on Sunday, December 13. Baldwin scored on the play -- one of three touchdowns he had in the 35-6 drubbing.
Seattle wide receiver Doug Baldwin, left, is hit by Baltimore's Kendrick Lewis during an NFL game in Seattle on Sunday, December 13. Baldwin scored on the play -- one of three touchdowns he had in the 35-6 drubbing.
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Anthony Joshua, right, throws a punch after the end of the first round Saturday, December 12, in London. Joshua stopped Dillian Whyte in the seventh round to win the British heavyweight title and improve his record to 15-0.
Anthony Joshua, right, throws a punch after the end of the first round Saturday, December 12, in London. Joshua stopped Dillian Whyte in the seventh round to win the British heavyweight title and improve his record to 15-0.
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Matt Grevers flexes after he broke the world record in the 100-meter backstroke on Saturday, December 12. The American swimmer finished in 48.92 seconds during the Duel in the Pool event in Indianapolis.
Matt Grevers flexes after he broke the world record in the 100-meter backstroke on Saturday, December 12. The American swimmer finished in 48.92 seconds during the Duel in the Pool event in Indianapolis.
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Golden State star Stephen Curry is guarded by O.J. Mayo during an NBA game in Milwaukee on Saturday, December 12. Mayo and the Bucks handed the Warriors their first loss of the season, dropping the defending champions to 24-1. It was the league's best-ever start.
Golden State star Stephen Curry is guarded by O.J. Mayo during an NBA game in Milwaukee on Saturday, December 12. Mayo and the Bucks handed the Warriors their first loss of the season, dropping the defending champions to 24-1. It was the league's best-ever start.
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Alabama running back Derrick Henry kisses <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2015%2F12%2F12%2Fus%2Fheisman-trophy%2F" target="_blank">his Heisman Trophy</a> on Saturday, December 12. Henry rushed for 1,986 yards this season, breaking Herschel Walker's SEC record.
Alabama running back Derrick Henry kisses his Heisman Trophy on Saturday, December 12. Henry rushed for 1,986 yards this season, breaking Herschel Walker's SEC record.
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Conor McGregor punches Jose Aldo during their <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbleacherreport.com%2Farticles%2F2598679-ufc-194-results-technical-breakdown-of-aldo-mcgregor-and-weidman-rockhold" target="_blank" target="_blank">UFC featherweight title fight</a> in Las Vegas on Saturday, December 12. McGregor knocked Aldo out in 13 seconds -- a UFC record for a title fight -- handing the champion his first loss in 10 years.
Conor McGregor punches Jose Aldo during their UFC featherweight title fight in Las Vegas on Saturday, December 12. McGregor knocked Aldo out in 13 seconds -- a UFC record for a title fight -- handing the champion his first loss in 10 years.
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German biathlete Laura Dahlmeier focuses on a target during a World Cup event in Hochfilzen, Austria, on Saturday, December 12. She finished first in the 10-kilometer pursuit.
German biathlete Laura Dahlmeier focuses on a target during a World Cup event in Hochfilzen, Austria, on Saturday, December 12. She finished first in the 10-kilometer pursuit.
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South Korean badminton team Lee Yong-dae, left, and Yoo Yeon-seong compete in the Dubai World Superseries on Saturday, December 12.
South Korean badminton team Lee Yong-dae, left, and Yoo Yeon-seong compete in the Dubai World Superseries on Saturday, December 12.
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Navy wide receiver Jamir Tillman dives for a touchdown Saturday, December 12, during the Midshipmen's 21-17 victory over Army. It was Navy's 14th straight win in the rivalry.
Navy wide receiver Jamir Tillman dives for a touchdown Saturday, December 12, during the Midshipmen's 21-17 victory over Army. It was Navy's 14th straight win in the rivalry.
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Texas basketball players celebrate after a buzzer-beater by Javan Felix gave them an 84-82 victory over North Carolina on Saturday, December 12.
Texas basketball players celebrate after a buzzer-beater by Javan Felix gave them an 84-82 victory over North Carolina on Saturday, December 12.
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Shanshan Feng hits a tee shot Thursday, December 10, during the second round of the Dubai Ladies Masters, an event on the Ladies European Tour. Feng blew away the field, winning by 12 strokes.
Shanshan Feng hits a tee shot Thursday, December 10, during the second round of the Dubai Ladies Masters, an event on the Ladies European Tour. Feng blew away the field, winning by 12 strokes.
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San Diego's Denzel Perryman, right, and Kansas City's Demetrius Harris mirror each other after a tackle Sunday, December 13, in Kansas City, Missouri.
San Diego's Denzel Perryman, right, and Kansas City's Demetrius Harris mirror each other after a tackle Sunday, December 13, in Kansas City, Missouri.
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Japanese figure skater Shoma Uno performs in the exhibition gala of the Grand Prix Final on Sunday, December 13. The competition in Barcelona, Spain, was the last of the Grand Prix season.
Japanese figure skater Shoma Uno performs in the exhibition gala of the Grand Prix Final on Sunday, December 13. The competition in Barcelona, Spain, was the last of the Grand Prix season.
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Manchester City's Aleksandar Kolarov is tackled by Nico Elvedi of Borussia Moenchengladbach during a Champions League match in Manchester, England, on Tuesday, December 8.
Manchester City's Aleksandar Kolarov is tackled by Nico Elvedi of Borussia Moenchengladbach during a Champions League match in Manchester, England, on Tuesday, December 8.
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Cam Newton (No. 1) and the Carolina Panthers celebrate Sunday, December 13, after they shut out Atlanta 38-0 to clinch a first-round playoff bye. The Panthers (13-0) are the NFL's only undefeated team this season.
Cam Newton (No. 1) and the Carolina Panthers celebrate Sunday, December 13, after they shut out Atlanta 38-0 to clinch a first-round playoff bye. The Panthers (13-0) are the NFL's only undefeated team this season.
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Dutch swimmer Ranomi Kromowidjojo competes in the 100-meter freestyle Friday, December 11, during the Duel in the Pool event in Indianapolis.
Dutch swimmer Ranomi Kromowidjojo competes in the 100-meter freestyle Friday, December 11, during the Duel in the Pool event in Indianapolis.
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St. Louis running back Todd Gurley scores on a 5-yard run while playing Detroit on Sunday, December 13. St. Louis won the game 21-14.
St. Louis running back Todd Gurley scores on a 5-yard run while playing Detroit on Sunday, December 13. St. Louis won the game 21-14.
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Iowa State's Monte Morris throws down a dunk against Iowa on Thursday, December 10.
Iowa State's Monte Morris throws down a dunk against Iowa on Thursday, December 10.
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Olimpia players celebrate Wednesday, December 9, after defeating Cerro Porteno to win the Apertura playoff final in Asuncion, Paraguay.
Olimpia players celebrate Wednesday, December 9, after defeating Cerro Porteno to win the Apertura playoff final in Asuncion, Paraguay.
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Houston defensive end J.J. Watt is introduced to the home crowd before an NFL game against New England on Sunday, December 13. Watt played with a cast on his left hand.
Houston defensive end J.J. Watt is introduced to the home crowd before an NFL game against New England on Sunday, December 13. Watt played with a cast on his left hand.
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Columbus forward Brandon Dubinsky sprays ice into the face of Los Angeles goaltender Jonathan Quick during an NHL game in Columbus, Ohio, on Tuesday, December 8.
Columbus forward Brandon Dubinsky sprays ice into the face of Los Angeles goaltender Jonathan Quick during an NHL game in Columbus, Ohio, on Tuesday, December 8.
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Philadelphia's sideline rejoices after Ed Reynolds intercepted a pass to secure the Eagles' 23-20 victory over Buffalo on Sunday, December 13.
Philadelphia's sideline rejoices after Ed Reynolds intercepted a pass to secure the Eagles' 23-20 victory over Buffalo on Sunday, December 13.
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Maria Granatto celebrates Sunday, December 13, after she scored the first goal for Argentina in its 5-1 victory over New Zealand in the Hockey World League final. It was the first World League title for Argentina, who hosted this year's tournament.
Maria Granatto celebrates Sunday, December 13, after she scored the first goal for Argentina in its 5-1 victory over New Zealand in the Hockey World League final. It was the first World League title for Argentina, who hosted this year's tournament.
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Singapore's Suhairi Suhani lands in the sand pit after a long jump at the ASEAN Para Games on Tuesday, December 8. He won silver in the event.
Singapore's Suhairi Suhani lands in the sand pit after a long jump at the ASEAN Para Games on Tuesday, December 8. He won silver in the event.
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Sweden's Stina Nilsson, right, edges Norway's Maiken Capsersen Falla during a cross-country skiing race in Davos, Switzerland, on Sunday, December 13.
Sweden's Stina Nilsson, right, edges Norway's Maiken Capsersen Falla during a cross-country skiing race in Davos, Switzerland, on Sunday, December 13.
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A fan reaches out to Oakland quarterback Derek Carr before an NFL game in Denver on Sunday, December 13.
A fan reaches out to Oakland quarterback Derek Carr before an NFL game in Denver on Sunday, December 13.
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Rose Namajunas grapples with a bloody Paige VanZant during their UFC bout in Las Vegas on Thursday, December 10. Namajunas won via fifth-round submission.
Rose Namajunas grapples with a bloody Paige VanZant during their UFC bout in Las Vegas on Thursday, December 10. Namajunas won via fifth-round submission.
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Taylor Chorney of the Washington Capitals, right, fights Nick Bonino of the Pittsburgh Penguins during an NHL game in Pittsburgh on Monday, December 14.
Taylor Chorney of the Washington Capitals, right, fights Nick Bonino of the Pittsburgh Penguins during an NHL game in Pittsburgh on Monday, December 14.
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American swimmer Missy Franklin, competing at the Duel in the Pool event in Indianapolis, pushes off the wall at the start of the 200-meter backstroke on Friday, December 11. She finished third.
American swimmer Missy Franklin, competing at the Duel in the Pool event in Indianapolis, pushes off the wall at the start of the 200-meter backstroke on Friday, December 11. She finished third.
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Teammates Kristina Kristiansen, left, and Rikke Poulsen celebrate Sunday, December 13, after Denmark won its round-of-16 match at the Handball World Championship.
Teammates Kristina Kristiansen, left, and Rikke Poulsen celebrate Sunday, December 13, after Denmark won its round-of-16 match at the Handball World Championship.
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From left, Japanese speedskaters Shota Nakamura, Shane Williamson and Ryosuke Tsuchiya compete in a team pursuit race at a World Cup event in Heerenveen, Netherlands, on Friday, December 11.
From left, Japanese speedskaters Shota Nakamura, Shane Williamson and Ryosuke Tsuchiya compete in a team pursuit race at a World Cup event in Heerenveen, Netherlands, on Friday, December 11.
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California's Jabari Bird goes up for a shot Wednesday, December 9, while playing Incarnate Word in Berkeley, California.
California's Jabari Bird goes up for a shot Wednesday, December 9, while playing Incarnate Word in Berkeley, California.
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Kentucky's Isaiah Briscoe, left, and Arizona State's Tra Holder dive for a loose ball during a game in Lexington, Kentucky, on Saturday, December 12.
Kentucky's Isaiah Briscoe, left, and Arizona State's Tra Holder dive for a loose ball during a game in Lexington, Kentucky, on Saturday, December 12.
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Geeta Phogat, left, competes against Sakshi Malik during a Pro Wrestling League event in New Delhi on Thursday, December 10. Malik won the bout.
Geeta Phogat, left, competes against Sakshi Malik during a Pro Wrestling League event in New Delhi on Thursday, December 10. Malik won the bout.
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Dallas' Jeff Heath (No. 38) collides with Green Bay's Randall Cobb during an NFL game in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on Sunday, December 13.
Dallas' Jeff Heath (No. 38) collides with Green Bay's Randall Cobb during an NFL game in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on Sunday, December 13.
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Horses race at the Sha Tin Racecourse in Hong Kong on Sunday, December 13.
Horses race at the Sha Tin Racecourse in Hong Kong on Sunday, December 13.
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Xavier basketball player Jalen Reynolds celebrates with fans after the Musketeers defeated crosstown rival Cincinnati on Saturday, December 12.
Xavier basketball player Jalen Reynolds celebrates with fans after the Musketeers defeated crosstown rival Cincinnati on Saturday, December 12.
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German biathlete Simon Schempp skies down a mountain on his way to winning the 10-kilometer sprint Friday, December 11, at the World Cup event in Hochfilzen, Austria. <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2015%2F12%2F08%2Fsport%2Fgallery%2Fwhat-a-shot-sports-1208%2Findex.html" target="_blank">See 39 amazing sports photos from last week</a>
German biathlete Simon Schempp skies down a mountain on his way to winning the 10-kilometer sprint Friday, December 11, at the World Cup event in Hochfilzen, Austria. See 39 amazing sports photos from last week
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