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What a shot! 25 amazing sports photos

Published 10:51 PM EST, Mon November 7, 2016
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The Chicago Cubs celebrate after <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2016%2F11%2F02%2Fsport%2Fworld-series-game-7-chicago-cubs-cleveland-indians%2F" target="_blank">winning Game 7 of the World Series</a> on Thursday, November 3. The Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians in 10 innings to end the longest championship drought in major U.S. sports. The Cubs hadn't won the World Series since 1908.
The Chicago Cubs celebrate after winning Game 7 of the World Series on Thursday, November 3. The Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians in 10 innings to end the longest championship drought in major U.S. sports. The Cubs hadn't won the World Series since 1908.
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Runners cross the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge during the <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2016%2F11%2F06%2Fsport%2Fghirmay-ghebreslassie-new-york-city-marathon%2F" target="_blank">New York City Marathon</a> on Sunday, November 6.
Runners cross the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge during the New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 6.
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Andrew Johnson hits a shot from the 16th tee -- <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.golf.com%2Ftour-and-news%2Feuropean-tour-debuts-villa-rooftop-tee-box-turkey" target="_blank" target="_blank">which happened to be on top of a villa</a> in Antalya, Turkey -- during a practice round for the Turkish Airlines Open on Wednesday, November 2.
Andrew Johnson hits a shot from the 16th tee -- which happened to be on top of a villa in Antalya, Turkey -- during a practice round for the Turkish Airlines Open on Wednesday, November 2.
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New York Rangers defenseman Nick Holden, left, is checked by St. Louis forward Vladimir Tarasenko during an NHL game in New York on Tuesday, November 1.
New York Rangers defenseman Nick Holden, left, is checked by St. Louis forward Vladimir Tarasenko during an NHL game in New York on Tuesday, November 1.
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Golden State's Kevin Durant dunks the ball against Oklahoma City during an NBA game in Oakland, California, on Thursday, November 3. Durant scored 39 points in his first game against his former team, and Golden State won 122-96.
Golden State's Kevin Durant dunks the ball against Oklahoma City during an NBA game in Oakland, California, on Thursday, November 3. Durant scored 39 points in his first game against his former team, and Golden State won 122-96.
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Manny Pacquiao punches Jessie Vargas during their welterweight title fight on Saturday, November 5. Pacquiao won by unanimous decision.
Manny Pacquiao punches Jessie Vargas during their welterweight title fight on Saturday, November 5. Pacquiao won by unanimous decision.
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Andy Murray reacts during the final of the Paris Masters, where he defeated John Isner on Sunday, November 6. With the victory, Murray <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2016%2F11%2F05%2Ftennis%2Ftennis-murray-djokovic-number-one%2F" target="_blank">moved to No. 1</a> in the world rankings.
Andy Murray reacts during the final of the Paris Masters, where he defeated John Isner on Sunday, November 6. With the victory, Murray moved to No. 1 in the world rankings.
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Fans of the German soccer club Mainz celebrate a goal during a Europa League match in Brussels, Belgium, on Thursday, November 3. Mainz lost 6-1 to Anderlecht.
Fans of the German soccer club Mainz celebrate a goal during a Europa League match in Brussels, Belgium, on Thursday, November 3. Mainz lost 6-1 to Anderlecht.
Olivier Matthys/AP
Chica the Chihuahua wears a Santa Claus outfit during the Shaggy Dog Show in Nairobi, Kenya, on Sunday, November 6.
Chica the Chihuahua wears a Santa Claus outfit during the Shaggy Dog Show in Nairobi, Kenya, on Sunday, November 6.
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Cyclists crash during a women's keirin final in Glasgow, Scotland, on Friday, November 4.
Cyclists crash during a women's keirin final in Glasgow, Scotland, on Friday, November 4.
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The Vendee Globe, a round-the-world solo sailing race, begins off the coast of western France on Sunday, November 6.
The Vendee Globe, a round-the-world solo sailing race, begins off the coast of western France on Sunday, November 6.
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Usain Bolt, the world's fastest man, carries the Crown Oaks Trophy before handing it to the horse race winner in Melbourne on Thursday, November 3.
Usain Bolt, the world's fastest man, carries the Crown Oaks Trophy before handing it to the horse race winner in Melbourne on Thursday, November 3.
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Barcelona's attacking trident -- from left, Luis Suarez, Lionel Messi and Neymar -- celebrate Messi's goal against Manchester City during a Champions League match in Manchester, England, on Tuesday, November 1. Manchester City won the match 3-1.
Barcelona's attacking trident -- from left, Luis Suarez, Lionel Messi and Neymar -- celebrate Messi's goal against Manchester City during a Champions League match in Manchester, England, on Tuesday, November 1. Manchester City won the match 3-1.
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San Diego running back Melvin Gordon is tackled by Tennessee Titans during an NFL game in San Diego on Sunday, November 6. Gordon rushed for 196 yards and a touchdown as the Chargers won 43-35.
San Diego running back Melvin Gordon is tackled by Tennessee Titans during an NFL game in San Diego on Sunday, November 6. Gordon rushed for 196 yards and a touchdown as the Chargers won 43-35.
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U.S. figure skater Courtney Hicks performs her free skate program during the Grand Prix event in Moscow on Saturday, November 5. She finished in third.
U.S. figure skater Courtney Hicks performs her free skate program during the Grand Prix event in Moscow on Saturday, November 5. She finished in third.
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Chicago Cubs fans celebrate in Chicago during Game 7 of the World Series on Wednesday, November 2. <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2016%2F11%2F03%2Fsport%2Fgallery%2Fcubs-win-world-series-2016%2Findex.html" target="_blank">See more celebration photos</a>
Chicago Cubs fans celebrate in Chicago during Game 7 of the World Series on Wednesday, November 2. See more celebration photos
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Novak Djokovic walks onto the court for his third-round match at the Paris Masters on Thursday, November 3.
Novak Djokovic walks onto the court for his third-round match at the Paris Masters on Thursday, November 3.
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San Francisco running back Mike Davis fumbles near the goal line during an NFL game against New Orleans on Sunday, November 6.
San Francisco running back Mike Davis fumbles near the goal line during an NFL game against New Orleans on Sunday, November 6.
Tony Avelar/AP
Kansas forward Carlton Bragg Jr. dives over the reporters' table during a preseason home game against Washburn on Tuesday, November 1. The regular season begins November 11 for Division 1 men's basketball.
Kansas forward Carlton Bragg Jr. dives over the reporters' table during a preseason home game against Washburn on Tuesday, November 1. The regular season begins November 11 for Division 1 men's basketball.
Orlin Wagner/AP
Green Bay Packers Datone Jones, left, and Clay Matthews try to catch a squirrel on the sideline during an NFL game in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on Sunday, November 6.
Green Bay Packers Datone Jones, left, and Clay Matthews try to catch a squirrel on the sideline during an NFL game in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on Sunday, November 6.
Jeffrey Phelps/AP
Anaheim's Joseph Cramarossa, left, and Calgary's Matthew Tkachuk fight during an NHL game in Anaheim, California, on Sunday, November 6.
Anaheim's Joseph Cramarossa, left, and Calgary's Matthew Tkachuk fight during an NHL game in Anaheim, California, on Sunday, November 6.
Reed Saxon/AP
Jockey Mike Smith celebrates Friday, November 4, after he rode Tamarkuz to victory in the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile race in Arcadia, California.
Jockey Mike Smith celebrates Friday, November 4, after he rode Tamarkuz to victory in the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile race in Arcadia, California.
Jae C. Hong/AP
Ball State wide receiver Damon Hazelton Jr. fumbles the ball as he's hit by Western Michigan players in Muncie, Indiana, on Tuesday, November 1.
Ball State wide receiver Damon Hazelton Jr. fumbles the ball as he's hit by Western Michigan players in Muncie, Indiana, on Tuesday, November 1.
Michael Conroy/AP
Alphonse Areola, goalkeeper for Paris Saint-Germain, watches the ball go into his net during a Champions League match in Basel, Switzerland, on Tuesday, November 1. PSG defeated Basel 2-1.
Alphonse Areola, goalkeeper for Paris Saint-Germain, watches the ball go into his net during a Champions League match in Basel, Switzerland, on Tuesday, November 1. PSG defeated Basel 2-1.
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Horses race in Wincanton, England, on Saturday, November 5. <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2016%2F11%2F01%2Fsport%2Fgallery%2Fwhat-a-shot-sports-1031%2Findex.html" target="_blank">See 35 amazing sports photos from last week</a>
Horses race in Wincanton, England, on Saturday, November 5. See 35 amazing sports photos from last week
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