Focal Point: Trick rider


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According to statistics, there are approximately 500 million bicycles in China. But don’t be fooled – this cyclist was photographed in Jumeirah 1, Dubai, by staff photographer Sarah Dea, passing in front of a traditional, Chinese-designed building. It’s said that the camera doesn’t lie, but your brain can definitely reach the wrong conclusion.

*Brian Kerrigan, photo editor

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