Japan's B-Girl Ami Shines in Historic Olympic Breaking Event

Japan's b-girl Ami Yuasa won gold in the inaugural Olympic breaking event, edging out Lithuania's Nicka. Despite the high energy and skilled performances, the future of breaking in the Olympics is uncertain. Both American competitors were eliminated early, disappointing the origin country of hip-hop culture. Judges used the Trivium system to score based on technique, musicality, and originality.

In a historic debut, Japan's b-girl Ami Yuasa clinched gold at the Olympics' first-ever breaking event, impressing judges and fans with her spins, flips, and toprocking skills

Ami faced fierce competition from Lithuania's Nicka but managed to win all three rounds to secure the top spot. The event, held at Place de la Concorde stadium, saw b-girls execute stunning power moves to captivated audiences.

Despite the excitement, the future of breaking in the Olympics remains uncertain, with the sport set to be absent from the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Both American competitors, ranked in the top 12 globally, were eliminated in the first round, a significant disappointment for the birthplace of hip-hop culture.

(With inputs from agencies.)