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Breaking will be showcased to the world at this year's Paris Summer Olympic Games

Video. Everything you need to know about breaking, the newest Olympic sport

Updated: 08/08/2024 - 8:39 GMT+2

In a major milestone for the dance form, breaking is about to make its Olympic debut in Paris, where the world's slickest b-boys and b-girls will face off in an epic showdown.

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