Recap of Day 1: Breaking Competition at the Olympic Qualifier Series in Shanghai
The Breaking competition in the Olympic Qualifier Series (OQS) kicked off with an electrifying start in Shanghai, setting the stage for the world's top B-boys and B-girls to compete for a coveted spot in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The first day of the Breaking competition, held yesterday on May 18th, was filled with intense battles and remarkable performances.
Pre-Selection and Pre-Qualifiers
The day began with a rigorous pre-selection process, where 80 athletes (40 B-Boys and 40 B-Girls) showcased their skills and competed for a place in the next round. Only the top 32 athletes from each group advanced to the pre-qualifiers, intensifying the competition and raising the stakes.
During the pre-qualifiers, these 32 athletes competed fiercely, with only the best making it through to the top 16 Round Robin phase. This determined who would keep competing on Day 2 for the victory of Part 1 of the Olympic Qualifier Series in Shanghai.
Final standings for Round Robin groups:
B-BOYS:
Group A:
FRA – LAGAET
JPN - HIRO10
TPE – QUAKE
UKR - KUZYA
Group B:
COL – ALVIN
JPN – ISSIN
KOR – HONGTEN
UKR - LUSSY SKY
Group C:
GBR – SUNNI
NED – MENNO
NED – LEE
USA - JEFFRO
Group D:
CHN - LITHE-ING
KAZ – AMIR
KOR – WING
USA - GRAVITY
B-GIRLS:
Group A:
POR – VANESSA
JPN – AMI
POL – PAULINA
COL - LUMA
Group B:
ITA – ANTI
JPN – AYUMI
CHN – ZIYAN
ITA - ALESSANDRINA
Group C:
UKR – STEFANI
JPN – RIKO
CAN – EMMA
FRA - SYSSY
Group D:
CHN – YINGZI
FRA - SENORITA CARLOTA
UKR – KATE
USA – LOGISTX
Looking Ahead to Day 2
Today, May 19th, the competition continues with the Round Robin battles, followed by the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and Finals. This day promises even more thrilling performances as athletes vie for the top spots and the chance to advance closer to their Olympic dreams.
Stay tuned and witness the dynamic performances as these talented B-Boys and B-Girls bring their best to the floor. For those who missed the action from the Qualification Rounds, check out the video highlights showcasing the incredible talent and spirit of the competitors.
For more updates and live coverage, continue following the Olympic Channel in Olympics.com and WDSF's official platforms!
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