This image is not AI, nor is it Photoshopped. This is left-handed Estonian javelin thrower Magnus Kirt competing in the 2022 Estonian Athletics Championships. He appears to have a unique style that includes throwing a javelin further by running it through the back of his head as he launches. Shades of Phineas Gage! But Kirt was not hurt; in fact he is fine, and has since retired from the sport with the national record, and has happily become a father. This photograph is an optical illusion.
Can you figure out what happened before you learn the story behind the photo? You probably can, but in case you are stumped, it's all explained at PetaPixel. Although I doubt the effect was in any way intended by the photographer. The photograph is more likely a happy accident, and not the unhappy accident it first appears to be. -via Damn Interesting
(Image credit: Stanislav Moshkov/Õhtuleht Photo)
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