B-girl India From Netherlands Makes History in Breaking at Paris Olympics 2024
In a stunning turn of events at the 2024 Paris Olympics, B-girl India of the Netherlands has achieved a historic feat in the sport of Breaking. Despite initial confusion regarding India’s participation, it was revealed that the esteemed B-girl is indeed 18-year-old India Sardjoe from Hague, Netherlands.
Competing under the moniker ‘India’, the Dutch athlete emerged triumphant in the inaugural match of the women’s Breaking event, besting refugee team member B-girl Talash. Following her initial victory, she competed in Group A alongside athletes from China, the United States, and Portugal.
India has been making significant strides in the breaking battle, securing victories and capturing the attention of the global audience. By opting to utilize her actual name as her stage appellation, India Sardjoe has shattered barriers and etched her name in history as the first-ever victor of a breaking battle at the Olympics.
Prior to her triumph at the Paris Olympics, Ms. India boasted an impressive track record in various sporting events. She embarked on her athletic journey by playing football as a child before delving into hip-hop and eventually pivoting to breakdancing. At the tender age of 10, she clinched the Dutch national championship in the Under 12 category and went on to claim the titles of Dutch, European, and world champion within a span of six months in 2022.
Clarification regarding India’s participation at the Olympics elucidated that she represented the Netherlands as an athlete, not the country of India. In truth, India Sardjoe was one of 117 athletes who vied in various sports, contributing to the country’s achievement of garnering six medals – five bronze and one silver.
Breaking, the exhilarating dance style that originated in the US during the 1970s, made its much-anticipated Olympic debut in Paris. Stemming from hip-hop culture in the Bronx, New York, breaking is distinguished by its acrobatic maneuvers, deft footwork, and the pivotal role of the DJ and MC in electrifying the crowd during battles. Its inclusion in the Olympic program marks a significant milestone for the sport, having amassed global popularity over the years.
Ms. India, reflecting on the historic moment, underscored the momentousness of Breaking’s premiere at the Olympics. She articulated, “It’s the first time Breaking is at the Olympics. It is such a highlight in the Breaking world.”
B-girl India’s accomplishments, under the name India Sardjoe, have not only propelled her into the spotlight but have also cemented her position in breaking history. Her odyssey from a budding football player to a world champion in breakdancing stands as a wellspring of inspiration for aspiring athletes and dancers around the globe.
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