Breaking: Sport Making Debut At Olympics

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Paris Olympics will kick-start from July 26 and will conclude on August 11. 

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In this edition, Breaking (break dancing) has also been introduced. Let us know more about this sport.

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The reason of adding this urban-style dance form in the Olympics is to appeal to the younger audience. 

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Originated in the 1970s in Bronx, New York City, Breaking is characterized by acrobatic movement and stylized footwork. 

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Break dance was first included in the 2018 Youth Olympics Games, held in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

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In Paris 2024, breaking has been divided into two events. One will feature 16 'b-boys' and the other one will be 16 'b-girls'. 

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The dancers will be judged on the basis of creativity, personality, and technique.

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