Day 2 Highlights from the WDSF Asian DanceSport Festival 2024 in Wuxi, China
Wuxi, China – July 19, 2024 – The second day of the WDSF Asian DanceSport Festival 2024 in Wuxi, People's Republic of China, continued to enthrall audiences on yesterday, July 18th, showcasing even more exceptional performances and electrifying competition. Building upon the momentum of the opening day, it further solidified the event as a platform for extraordinary talent and unwavering dedication from dancers across the globe.
The day unfolded with a captivating display of talent across seven distinct dance competitions. The World Championship Standard Youth was a particular highlight, showcasing the remarkable dedication and passion that young dancers bring to the discipline. Throughout the morning, 57 couples from 33 countries and regions mesmerized the audience with their artistry. The culmination of this dazzling display arrived in the final rounds, where 12 couples vied for the coveted title.
WDSF President Expresses Admiration for Global Participation
WDSF President Shawn Tay addressed the event, expressing his appreciation:
We are honored to have such a talented group of athletes travel from all corners of the world to participate in this esteemed event, particularly the WDSF World Championships. The dedication and excellence displayed by these young athletes are inspiring. They represent some of the best of their countries and the bright future of our sport.
Day 2 Highlights and Competition Results
WDSF World Championship Standard Youth:
- 1st Place: Pranas Mitkus / Juste Janciunaite (LTU)
- 2nd Place: Adria Hernandez / Emilija Ulcinaite (ESP)
- 3rd Place: Neidas Lenkaitis / Tamara Belenkaya (KAZ)
WDSF Open Solo Latin Juvenile I:
- 1st Place: Zitong Zhu (CHN)
- 2nd Place: Xinyi Jin (CHN)
- 3rd Place: Yichen Zhu (CHN)
WDSF Open Latin Junior II:
- 1st Place: Artem Crivenco / Sofiya Malik (MDA)
- 2nd Place: Junhao Guo / Zihan Wang (CHN)
- 3rd Place: Ilya Hulmantovich / Lyaisan Rizvanova (WDSF)
WDSF Open Solo Standard Juvenile I:
- 1st Place: Zitong Chen (CHN)
- 2nd Place: Linfei Wu (CHN)
- 3rd Place: Yimeng Sun (CHN)
WDSF Open Standard Junior I:
- 1st Place: Jintao Ai / Yijing Ma (CHN)
- 2nd Place: Haomingzhe Deng / Xintong Long (CHN)
- 3rd Place: Zhuoxuan Wu / Zhuochen Wu (CHN)
The Festival Continues!
This, however, is merely the first act. The festival extends for several more days, promising a vibrant tapestry of excitement and exceptional performances. Dance aficionados can eagerly anticipate upcoming highlights like the WDSF World Championship Latin Adult, WDSF GrandSlam Latin and Standard, and WDSF PD World Cup Latin and Standard. We invite DanceSport enthusiasts to extend their enjoyment and experience the electrifying atmosphere of the remaining competitions live on our YouTube Channel. Immerse yourself in the beauty and dynamism of the competition as it unfolds, and witness these stunning events firsthand.
Relive the Magic
For those who wish to revisit the captivating energy of the WDSF World Championship Standard Youth, our YouTube channel offers a chance to immerse oneself in the beauty and dynamism of the competition. Final rounds can be found at the following links:
2024 WDSF World Championship STD Youth Quarter-final & Open Solo LAT Juvenile I Semifinal
2024 WDSF World Championship STD Youth Semifinal and Final, Open Solo LAT Juvenile I Final
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This event is proudly supported by Casa musica, a distinguished Gold Partner of WDSF and the leading publisher of DanceSport music. Explore their extensive music library and discover the perfect soundtrack for any dance journey at https://www.casa-musica.com.
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