Did 'India' win first-ever breakdancing match in Olympics history? Here's the twist
India Sardjoe, an 18-year-old breakdancer from the Netherlands, created history at the Paris Olympics 2024 by winning the first-ever breakdancing match. Her journey at the Games was a mix of triumph and heartbreak, as she made a historic impact before narrowly missing out on a medal.
Confusion due to name
Sardjoe¡¯s name, 'India,' led to initial confusion among fans, with many thinking it referred to the country¡¯s participation in the new Olympic sport of breaking. However, she represented the Netherlands in 'breaking,' the official term for breakdancing, at the 33rd Summer Games.
Despite her impressive performance, Sardjoe¡¯s campaign ended in disappointment on Saturday, as she lost 1-2 to a Chinese competitor in the bronze medal match of the B-Girl Battle events. Earlier, she made headlines by winning the inaugural breakdancing match at the Olympics, showcasing her talent and determination on a global stage.
While Sardjoe won many hearts with her performances for the Dutch team, she just missed out on a podium finish.?In the B-Girl Battles, Japan¡¯s 26-year-old Ami secured the gold medal by defeating Lithuania¡¯s Nicka 3-0 in the final.?
In the B-Boys Battles, Canada¡¯s Phil Wizard won gold by beating France¡¯s Danny Dann, the home favourite.
?Understanding breaking: The new Olympic sport
Breaking is a high-energy dance style that originated in the United States during the 1970s, emerging from the hip-hop culture of the Bronx, New York. Known for its acrobatic moves, intricate footwork, and the vital role of DJs and MCs in energizing the crowd, breaking gained global popularity by the 1990s, leading to international competitions that helped establish its place in the dance world.
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This sport made its Olympic debut in Paris, having been first introduced at the 2018 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires. Its success there led to its inclusion in the Paris 2024 Olympic program as a new sport. Reflecting on her historic participation, India Sardjoe said, ¡°It¡¯s the first time Breaking is at the Olympics... It is such a highlight in the Breaking world.¡±
The debut of breaking at the Paris Olympics drew significant attention but was not without controversy. On Friday, Afghanistan¡¯s Manisha Talash, representing the Refugee team, was disqualified from her opening match against Sardjoe for wearing a cape with the words ¡®Free Afghan Women.¡¯ This disqualification allowed Sardjoe to advance easily.
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The Paris 2024 Olympics also saw the return of skateboarding, sports diving, and surfing. Looking ahead, the Los Angeles Olympics will see the reintroduction of cricket (T20), baseball, softball, and lacrosse, along with the debut of squash and flag football as new additions.
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