Canadian b-boy Phil Wizard (Philip Kim) took gold in the first Olympic men’s breaking tournament Saturday.
“I never thought I’d be here in my life,” the 27-year-old said, wiping away tears. He spent the last few sleepless nights “tossing and turning” because he was “stressed out of my mind.”
“I cried yesterday because I was so scared to do this, and, I’m just happy. I’m just happy,” he said.
Hometown favorite French b-boy Dany Dann (Danis Civil) won silver, and American b-boy Victor (Victor Montalvo) took the bronze after taking out Japanese b-boy Shigekix (Shigeyuki Nakarai). These Olympic medals may be the last for breaking, at least for some time — the dance form is not in the lineup of sports for the Los Angeles 2028 Games.
Did they have to compete under their real names? I think it would be cooler if they could use their chosen names.
What sounds cooler on the podium:
“The winner of the gold medal is Philip Kim!”
or
“The winner of the gold medal is Phil Wizard!”
He’s a wizard, man. Call him a wizard.
On the CBC coverage they didn’t use anyone’s real names, it was all just dance names.
I thought it was super entertaining compared to something like running or high jump. If anyone doubts these people’s athleticism, just watch and you’ll change your mind.
Nice. I’m visiting some people, but I’m going home tonight and plan to watch the rerun. I don’t mind that I already know who won.
I’m not even all that into break dancing. I’m not all that into the music. But I appreciate people with amazing acrobatic dance skills.
I would also check out the women. It’s less power focused, but I actually enjoyed the contest more than the men’s event!
