Following its debut in the 2024 Paris Olympics, breakdancing will not be returning for the 2028 games in Los Angeles.
The dance competition was well received at the Paris games, featuring standout performances like Australia’s Rachael Gunn, a.k.a. Raygun.
Japan and Canada secured gold in the women’s and men’s competitions, respectively.
Despite its origins in New York, breakdancing was not selected for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
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Instead, flag football and squash will debut in 2028 along with the return of lacrosse, cricket, baseball, and softball in Los Angeles.
Host cities work in advance with the International Olympic Committee to select sports for their program alongside the core 28.
The process for a sport to be an Olympic regular is rigorous and involves meeting specific criteria.
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The IOC’s Executive Board determines which new sports to propose for inclusion based on various criteria like global participation and audience reach.
For a sport to be permanently included in the Olympics, it must be featured in three consecutive games. Surfing, skateboarding, and sport climbing will gain permanent status after the 2028 games in Los Angeles.