Break dancing is now an official Olympic sport. Australia’s breaking athlete, Rachael Gunn, explains how it works and what to look out for at Paris 2024.
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Break dance can help with balance and teach ways to fall safely, both of which are helpful for people with visual impairments.
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With a booming hip hop culture, Paris is the best place to introduce break dancing to the Olympic games.
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