A photo of French basketball sensation Victor Wembanyama standing next to Japanese guard Yuki Togashi has gone viral. The image highlights the incredible diversity and unique stories within the sport.
Victor Wembanyama, standing at an impressive 7’4″ (222 cm), is one of the tallest players in the history of basketball. His towering presence on the court is a stark contrast to Yuki Togashi, who, at 5’4″ (167 cm), is one of the shortest professional players. The 2-feet (55-centimeter) height difference between the two athletes is something we don’t get to see too often on the court.
The photo was taken during a Group B men’s basketball game between France and Japan at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium. Despite the height disparity, the game was fiercely competitive, with Japan pushing France into an overtime period before ultimately falling 94-90. The image of Togashi in a defensive stance near Wembanyama’s hip region is both humorous and inspiring, and it went viral instantly.
Fans and commentators alike were quick to share and comment on the image, celebrating the unique moment. The official FIBA Twitter account shared the photo with the caption, “No edits, just 55 centimeters of height difference between these two,” highlighting the natural and unaltered nature of the moment.
No edits, just 55 centimetres of height difference between these two #Paris2024 x #Basketball pic.twitter.com/isetDmUK6G
— FIBA (@FIBA) July 30, 2024
This pic of 7’3″ (222 cm) Victor Wembanyama and 5’6″ (167 cm) Yuki Togashi
The tallest and shortest men’s basketball players competing in Paris
(via @FIBA) pic.twitter.com/reXYpkqhuU
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) July 30, 2024
France center Victor Wembanyama (7’4″) and Japan guard Yuki Togashi (5’4″) pic.twitter.com/gGG7qfkqzx
— Ben Golliver (@BenGolliver) July 30, 2024
