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What a shot! 35 amazing sports photos

Published 11:10 PM EST, Sun January 13, 2019
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Sean Pollard of the Clemson Tigers celebrates his team's 44-16 win over the Alabama Crimson Tide in the College Football Playoff National Championship on Monday, January 7. <a href="index.php?page=&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2019%2F01%2F07%2Fsport%2Fgallery%2Fcollege-football-championship-2019-alabama-clemson%2Findex.html" target="_blank">See more photos from the 2019 national championship.</a>
Sean Pollard of the Clemson Tigers celebrates his team's 44-16 win over the Alabama Crimson Tide in the College Football Playoff National Championship on Monday, January 7. See more photos from the 2019 national championship.
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Andy Murray of Great Britain speaks during a press conference ahead of the 2019 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Friday, January 11.
Andy Murray of Great Britain speaks during a press conference ahead of the 2019 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Friday, January 11.
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Tom Brady of the New England Patriots passes during the second quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff Game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Gillette Stadium on Sunday, January 13.
Tom Brady of the New England Patriots passes during the second quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff Game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Gillette Stadium on Sunday, January 13.
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A bird sits on the net during the singles match between Sofia Kenin of the USA and Caroline Garcia of France during day four of the 2019 Hobart International at Domain Tennis Centre on Tuesday, January 8.
A bird sits on the net during the singles match between Sofia Kenin of the USA and Caroline Garcia of France during day four of the 2019 Hobart International at Domain Tennis Centre on Tuesday, January 8.
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Kyle Haraugh, of NFL Films, clears snow from a camera location at Arrowhead Stadium before an NFL divisional football playoff game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Indianapolis Colts in Kansas City, Missouri, on Saturday, January 12.
Kyle Haraugh, of NFL Films, clears snow from a camera location at Arrowhead Stadium before an NFL divisional football playoff game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Indianapolis Colts in Kansas City, Missouri, on Saturday, January 12.
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Baylor guard King McClure comes up with a loose ball against Kansas guard Quentin Grimes, left, as Kansas forward Mitch Lightfoot trips over Baylor guard Mark Vital in the first half of their game in Waco, Texas, on January 12.
Baylor guard King McClure comes up with a loose ball against Kansas guard Quentin Grimes, left, as Kansas forward Mitch Lightfoot trips over Baylor guard Mark Vital in the first half of their game in Waco, Texas, on January 12.
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Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic serves against Aliaksandra Sasnovich of Belarus during their women's singles semifinal match at the Sydney International tennis tournament on January 11.
Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic serves against Aliaksandra Sasnovich of Belarus during their women's singles semifinal match at the Sydney International tennis tournament on January 11.
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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill runs past Indianapolis Colts safety Clayton Geathers and linebacker Anthony Walker during the second half of an NFL divisional football playoff game in Kansas City, Missouri, on January 12.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill runs past Indianapolis Colts safety Clayton Geathers and linebacker Anthony Walker during the second half of an NFL divisional football playoff game in Kansas City, Missouri, on January 12.
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Tommy Ford of the United States reacts at the finish of the men's giant slalom race at the FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup in Adelbodenon, Switzerland, on January 12.
Tommy Ford of the United States reacts at the finish of the men's giant slalom race at the FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup in Adelbodenon, Switzerland, on January 12.
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Ben Foster of Watford attempts to clear the ball as Crystal Palace scores its first goal during a Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Watford FC in London on January 12.
Ben Foster of Watford attempts to clear the ball as Crystal Palace scores its first goal during a Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Watford FC in London on January 12.
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Arike Ogunbowale reacts in the second half against the Louisville Cardinals at the Purcell Pavilion in Notre Dame, Indiana, on Thursday, January 10.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Arike Ogunbowale reacts in the second half against the Louisville Cardinals at the Purcell Pavilion in Notre Dame, Indiana, on Thursday, January 10.
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Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara is checked into the Washington Capitals bench by Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin, left, during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Boston on January 10.
Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara is checked into the Washington Capitals bench by Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin, left, during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Boston on January 10.
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Mini's Spanish driver Nani Roma and co-driver Alexandre Haro Bravo compete during stage 2 of the Dakar 2019 between Pisco and San Juan de Marcona, Peru, on January 8.
Mini's Spanish driver Nani Roma and co-driver Alexandre Haro Bravo compete during stage 2 of the Dakar 2019 between Pisco and San Juan de Marcona, Peru, on January 8.
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Clemson Tigers defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, defensive end Xavier Thomas and defensive end Justin Foster swarm Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Hurts during the second half of the Alabama Crimson Tide's game versus the Clemson Tigers in the College Football Playoff National Championship on January 7.
Clemson Tigers defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, defensive end Xavier Thomas and defensive end Justin Foster swarm Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Hurts during the second half of the Alabama Crimson Tide's game versus the Clemson Tigers in the College Football Playoff National Championship on January 7.
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Australia's Alex De Minaur hits a return against Reilly Opelka of the United States during their men's singles second round match at the Sydney International tennis tournament on Wednesday, January 9.
Australia's Alex De Minaur hits a return against Reilly Opelka of the United States during their men's singles second round match at the Sydney International tennis tournament on Wednesday, January 9.
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United States' Mikaela Shiffrin competes on her way to set the fastest time during the first run of an alpine ski, women's World Cup slalom in Flachau, Austria, on  January 8.
United States' Mikaela Shiffrin competes on her way to set the fastest time during the first run of an alpine ski, women's World Cup slalom in Flachau, Austria, on January 8.
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Michael Thomas of the New Orleans Saints is tripped up by Corey Graham of the Philadelphia Eagles during the first quarter in the NFC Divisional Playoff Game at Mercedes Benz Superdome in New Orleans on January 13.
Michael Thomas of the New Orleans Saints is tripped up by Corey Graham of the Philadelphia Eagles during the first quarter in the NFC Divisional Playoff Game at Mercedes Benz Superdome in New Orleans on January 13.
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Connecticut Huskies guard/forward Megan Walker blocks a shot by Cincinnati Bearcats guard Nikira Goings in the second half at Gampel Pavilion in Mansfield, Connecticut, on January 9.
Connecticut Huskies guard/forward Megan Walker blocks a shot by Cincinnati Bearcats guard Nikira Goings in the second half at Gampel Pavilion in Mansfield, Connecticut, on January 9.
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Missouri Tigers guard Jordan Geist and forward Reed Nikko go after a loose ball against Tennessee Volunteers guard Admiral Schofield and forward Derrick Walker in the first half at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri, on January 8.
Missouri Tigers guard Jordan Geist and forward Reed Nikko go after a loose ball against Tennessee Volunteers guard Admiral Schofield and forward Derrick Walker in the first half at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri, on January 8.
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C.J. Anderson of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates with teammates after scoring a 1-yard touchdown in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on January 12.
C.J. Anderson of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates with teammates after scoring a 1-yard touchdown in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on January 12.
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Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons reacts after dunking during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks in New York on January 13.
Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons reacts after dunking during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks in New York on January 13.
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A member of the Boston Bruins takes the ice before the game between the  Bruins and the Washington Capitals at TD Garden in Boston on January 10.
A member of the Boston Bruins takes the ice before the game between the Bruins and the Washington Capitals at TD Garden in Boston on January 10.
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New England Patriots defensive back Devin McCourty, left, breaks up a pass intended for Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game  in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on January 13.
New England Patriots defensive back Devin McCourty, left, breaks up a pass intended for Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on January 13.
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Duke Blue Devils players celebrate after winning a game against the Florida State Seminoles at Donald L. Tucker Center in Tallahassee, Florida, on January 12.
Duke Blue Devils players celebrate after winning a game against the Florida State Seminoles at Donald L. Tucker Center in Tallahassee, Florida, on January 12.
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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes scores a touchdown  against Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard during the second quarter in an AFC Divisional playoff football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, on January 12.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes scores a touchdown against Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard during the second quarter in an AFC Divisional playoff football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, on January 12.
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Seamus Power of Ireland plays a shot on the 16th hole during the first round of the Sony Open golf tournament in Honolulu on January 10.
Seamus Power of Ireland plays a shot on the 16th hole during the first round of the Sony Open golf tournament in Honolulu on January 10.
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NFL down judge Sarah Thomas looks on in the AFC Divisional Playoff Game between the New England Patriots and the Los Angeles Chargers at Gillette Stadium on January 13. Thomas was  the first woman to officiate an NFL post-season game.
NFL down judge Sarah Thomas looks on in the AFC Divisional Playoff Game between the New England Patriots and the Los Angeles Chargers at Gillette Stadium on January 13. Thomas was the first woman to officiate an NFL post-season game.
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Florida Panthers' Jayce Hawryluk, left, is checked by Calgary Flames' Noah Hanifin during second-period NHL hockey game action in Calgary, Alberta, on January 11.
Florida Panthers' Jayce Hawryluk, left, is checked by Calgary Flames' Noah Hanifin during second-period NHL hockey game action in Calgary, Alberta, on January 11.
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Petra Kvitova of Czech Republic reacts to breaking the serve of Ashleigh Barty of Australia in the third set during their women's final match at the Sydney International tennis tournament on  January 12.
Petra Kvitova of Czech Republic reacts to breaking the serve of Ashleigh Barty of Australia in the third set during their women's final match at the Sydney International tennis tournament on January 12.
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Fans react as Indiana Pacers guard Cory Joseph slides off the court in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland on January 8.
Fans react as Indiana Pacers guard Cory Joseph slides off the court in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland on January 8.
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Men walk on a tightrope above the sea at sunset in Nice, France, on January 13.
Men walk on a tightrope above the sea at sunset in Nice, France, on January 13.
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Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta, left, and Newcastle United's Christian Atsu go for a header during the English Premier League soccer match between Chelsea and Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge stadium in London on January 12.
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta, left, and Newcastle United's Christian Atsu go for a header during the English Premier League soccer match between Chelsea and Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge stadium in London on January 12.
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Ben Simmons of the Philadelphia 76ers dunks the ball against the New York Knicks in New York on January 13.
Ben Simmons of the Philadelphia 76ers dunks the ball against the New York Knicks in New York on January 13.
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North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Roy Williams reacts in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center  in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on January 12.
North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Roy Williams reacts in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on January 12.
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Petra Jaszapati of Hungary leads the pack in the ladies 1500 meter quarter-final during the ISU European Short Track Speed Skating Championships at Sportboulevard in Dordrecht, Netherlands, on January 11.
Petra Jaszapati of Hungary leads the pack in the ladies 1500 meter quarter-final during the ISU European Short Track Speed Skating Championships at Sportboulevard in Dordrecht, Netherlands, on January 11.
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