The French phrase 'il n'y a pas photo' translates to 'there is no photo' and indicates a clear winner or opinion in a debate. Originally from horse racing, it suggests that in cases where a photo finish is needed to declare a winner, a clear result means this phrase applies. Gaining popularity in the 1980s, it's colloquially used to express certainty in various contexts, affirming one’s belief about something, whether in sports, music, or other subjects.
In horse racing context, if you cannot tell by eyesight alone who crossed the finishing line first, then you would use a photo to determine the winner.
These days, the expression is a way to say that there is no doubt in your mind when it comes to whatever you are discussing.
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