Breakdancing Debuts at the 2024 Paris Olympics

B-Girl Ami of Japan Wins Inaugural Breaking Gold Medal

Paris, France - August 8, 2024

Breakdancing made its debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Friday, with B-girl Ami of Japan winning the inaugural breaking gold medal. The thrilling competition featured DJ decks, dizzy footwork, and record-breaking moves from b-boys and b-girls representing countries around the world.

Team USA was represented by Sunny Choi (B-Girl Sunny) and Logan Edra (B-Girl Logistx), who competed in the women's event. Choi and Logistx placed in the top eight and advanced to the knockout phase, where they will continue their quest for a podium finish.

Eight winners from each group will advance to the knockout phase, where they will be ranked in a bracket. The top two b-boys and b-girls will then compete for the gold medal on Saturday.

The inclusion of breakdancing in the Olympics has been met with excitement and anticipation by fans and athletes alike. The sport has its roots in the hip-hop culture of the 1970s and 1980s and has since evolved into a global phenomenon, with an estimated 50 million breakdancers worldwide.

The addition of breakdancing to the Olympics is seen as a sign of the growing recognition and appreciation of hip-hop culture. It is also a testament to the athleticism, creativity, and artistry of breakdancers, who have now secured their place on the world's largest sporting stage.