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S4S, DEL 5 ‘Gladiators’ compete in Guardian Arena III Regional Qualifier

U.S. Space Force Maj. Jordan Cruz, U.S. Space Forces—Space capabilities and integration deputy division chief, performs a shuttle run during a Guardian Arena III Regional Qualifier at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Aug. 8, 2025. From shuttle runs and overhead presses to problem-solving, competitors faced six events testing physical endurance and mental agility. The top performers will earn their spot at the third annual Guardian Arena competition, Dec. 8–9 at Patrick SFB, Fla., going head-to-head with 35 of the best teams in the Space Force. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Luke Kitterman)

PHOTO BY: Tech. Sgt. Luke Kitterman
VIRIN: 250808-X-VE588-1746.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 8

LENS

NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

APERTURE

28/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/125

ISO

640

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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