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Canadian b-boy Phil Wizard (Philip Kim) took gold in the first Olympic men’s breaking tournament Saturday.

“I never thought I’d be here in my life,” the 27-year-old said, wiping away tears. He spent the last few sleepless nights “tossing and turning” because he was “stressed out of my mind.”

“I cried yesterday because I was so scared to do this, and, I’m just happy. I’m just happy,” he said.

Hometown favorite French b-boy Dany Dann (Danis Civil) won silver, and American b-boy Victor (Victor Montalvo) took the bronze after taking out Japanese b-boy Shigekix (Shigeyuki Nakarai). These Olympic medals may be the last for breaking, at least for some time — the dance form is not in the lineup of sports for the Los Angeles 2028 Games.

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[–] [email protected] 16 points 1 month ago (7 children)

Did they have to compete under their real names? I think it would be cooler if they could use their chosen names.

What sounds cooler on the podium:

"The winner of the gold medal is Philip Kim!"

or

"The winner of the gold medal is Phil Wizard!"

He's a wizard, man. Call him a wizard.

[–] [email protected] 32 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) (6 children)

On the CBC coverage they didn't use anyone's real names, it was all just dance names.

I thought it was super entertaining compared to something like running or high jump. If anyone doubts these people's athleticism, just watch and you'll change your mind.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 month ago (3 children)

Nice. I'm visiting some people, but I'm going home tonight and plan to watch the rerun. I don't mind that I already know who won.

I'm not even all that into break dancing. I'm not all that into the music. But I appreciate people with amazing acrobatic dance skills.

[–] [email protected] 7 points 1 month ago (1 children)

I would also check out the women. It's less power focused, but I actually enjoyed the contest more than the men's event!

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Thanks. I definitely plan on watching both.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago
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