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BLACK AND WHITE VERSION Italian diver Marco Fois, 52, trains at a swimming pool

BLACK AND WHITE VERSION Italian diver Marco Fois, 52, trains at a swimming pool


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BLACK AND WHITE VERSION Italian diver Marco Fois, 52, trains at a swimming pool

BLACK AND WHITE VERSION
Italian diver Marco Fois, 52, trains at a swimming pool at Foro Italico in Rome on December 20, 2014. His figure-hugging black speedos at the ready, fast-food vendor Marco Fois is preparing to uphold a New Years tradition and take the plunge into the murky waters of Romes fabled Tiber river. Fois, 52, is one of four Italians who strip off and dive in from the Cavour bridge in the capital on January 1 each year to wild cheers from crowds gathered along the banks. AFP PHOTO / ALBERTO PIZZOLI / AFP PHOTO / ALBERTO PIZZOLI

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In this photo print, Italian diver Marco Fois, aged 52, can be seen training at a swimming pool in Foro Italico, Rome. The monochromatic tones add a timeless quality to the image, emphasizing Fois' dedication and focus as he prepares for an upcoming event. Clad in his figure-hugging black speedos, Fois stands poised on the edge of the pool, ready to uphold a cherished New Year's tradition. Every year on January 1st, amidst wild cheers from crowds gathered along the banks of Rome's fabled Tiber river, Fois joins three other brave Italians in stripping off their clothes and diving into its murky waters from the Cavour bridge. This annual spectacle has become synonymous with celebration and courage as these divers fearlessly plunge into unknown depths. The photographer Alberto Pizzoli skillfully captures this moment of anticipation and determination etched across Fois' face. The contrast between light and shadow further accentuates his chiseled features while highlighting the strength required for such an audacious feat. This photograph is not just about one man's preparation for a daring dive; it encapsulates the spirit of resilience that resides within us all. It serves as a reminder that traditions bind communities together while pushing individuals to conquer their fears head-on.

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