The first-ever Olympic breaking competition, also known as breakdancing, is making its debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics. This event features the world’s top B-boys and B-girls showcasing their skills in a series of battles.
The competition kicked off with B-girl India from the Netherlands winning the first battle against B-girl Talash from the refugee team.
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How is Breaking Scored?
This competition consists of battles between two athletes. In each round one athlete performs first and the other one responds.
Rounds are scored on 5 criteria: technique, originality, execution, vocabulary (refers to the variety of movements, styles and transitions) and lastly musicality (focuses on how well the athlete combines music with the movements).
Each of these criteria is worth 20% of the final score.
To add a touch of mystery, the breakers don’t know what song they will be dancing to, although they are provided with the complete playlist of possible songs.
The Breaking event is taking place at Place de la Concorde, one of the most iconic places in Paris, where the skateboarding and BMX events also took place.
As much as we are loving this new sport, Los Angeles has already decided that Breaking will not be part of the sports program in 2028. This news is sad, however, we hope they change their minds.
Who Are The Team USA Competitors?
The Breaking US team is made up of Sunny Choi, Logan Edra, Jeffrey Louis and Victor Montalvo, we tell you more about them in depth:
Sunny Choi (B-Girl Sunny)
- Background: Sunny Choi is from Queens, NY, and has been a prominent figure in the breaking community for years.
- Achievements: She won gold at the 2023 Pan Am Games, which secured her spot in the Olympics.
- Style: Known for her dynamic power moves and intricate footwork.
Logan Edra (B-Girl Logistx)
- Background: Logan Edra, also known as Logistx, hails from San Diego, CA.
- Achievements: She has made a name for herself in various international competitions, showcasing her versatility and creativity.
- Style: Logistx is celebrated for her smooth transitions and innovative moves.
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Jeffrey Louis (B-Boy Jeffro)
- Background: Jeffrey Louis, or Jeffro, represents Houston, TX.
- Achievements: He has been a key figure in the breaking community, known for his impressive performances and consistent wins.
- Style: Jeffro is recognized for his explosive power moves and high-energy routines.
Victor Montalvo (B-Boy Victor)
- Background: Victor Montalvo is based in Kissimmee, FL.
- Achievements: He secured his place in the Olympics by winning the 2023 WDSF World Breaking Championship.
- Style: Victor is known for his powerful and precise moves, combining strength and agility to dominate the dance floor.