Recently, Associated Press photographers have captured some incredible moments in the world of sports. One such moment was Manny Machado’s acrobatic play for the San Diego Padres against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Another highlight was Andrey Rublev’s triumph at the Madrid Open, despite a lack of sleep and a fever.
In the Madrid final, No. 1 Iga Swiatek of Poland faced off against No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus, ultimately celebrating victory with a thrilling match. Meanwhile, at the Kentucky Derby, Mystik Dan won by a nose in a photo-finish with jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. aboard. The excitement continued at Rome’s Olympic Stadium, where Roma’s Rick Karsdorp faced off against Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong during the Europa League semifinal soccer match.
The sports gallery showcasing these memorable moments was curated by AP photographer Ross D. Franklin. For more sports news and updates, visit the AP sports website at