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Olympic Drones Chase Athletes for Dynamic Shots

Remote-piloted drones are capturing thrilling close-up footage of Olympic winter sports athletes, providing viewers with unprecedented angles and speeds.

Drone cameras have become ubiquitous in showcasing the speeds and angles of skiers, lugers, snowboarders, ski jumpers and other winter Olympians at these Games. The technology allows broadcasters to follow athletes closely down courses, creating more dynamic and engaging coverage.

This photographic innovation represents a significant shift in how Olympic winter sports are presented to global audiences, offering perspectives previously impossible with traditional camera setups.