Chinese Breakdancers Spin Toward Gold in World Championship & Asian Games

From the streets of France to the global stage, China’s breakdancing squad is flipping expectations and training hard to make history. Last year, the team landed in France for an intense prep camp ahead of the 2023 World Breaking Championship in Belgium—and later, the Asian Games in Hangzhou.

Stuart Smith, a journalist covering their journey, chatted with the athletes about their ambitions. When asked about their goals, one dancer said: \"We’re here to push boundaries—literally and culturally.\" The crew drew inspiration from hip-hop’s global roots while blending traditional Chinese movement styles—think acrobatics meets street swagger.

With the Asian Games marking breaking’s debut as an official sport, the pressure’s on. But the team remains focused: \"This isn’t just about medals. It’s about showing how our art connects generations and continents,\" shared another member. Stay tuned—these moves could redefine sport and culture collabs!

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Training journey of Chinese breakdancing team

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