I think the 'problem' with not wowing is that the guy in the background is in focus and the subjects are not sharp. It's a good action shot. And a good rhyme, Bruce. ~Lydia
I'm not sure the G9 is up to this task but you certainly make the best of it. The skillful use of gray scale deep into black exposes only the crucial elements and makes the image work in an effectively journalistic way. -tv