I'm not sensing much anticipation or excitement in this shot, despite the title. The lines on the track are a bit jagged, and I think the picture would have been better with less of the crowd... just too dark up there to contribute the shot.
A very good idea for this challenge. Because there is so much going on in the background, it may have been a better composition if you put something into the forefront to draw the reader's eye into the rest o the scene. Maybe something to explain teh event, like a track outfit, a programme, etc. not sure. I can't tell what people are waiting to see, but that's okay too. Just needs something int he forefront - maybe even to create some drama with DOF. Good luck with this though. it's a good idea.
good idea but a bit too far back when posted at 640 pix. I can't see any single reaction, makes for less drama, could it have worked with fewer people closer in?
This is perfect for this challenge (I wanted so much to submit a photo like this) ... the excitement is palpable without showing what's going on. My favorite this early and I hope this makes it to the top, or top ten at least. A ten of course.