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Breaking's an American dance style.

It was born from 1970s hip hop culture in the US.

For the first time, it'll be an official event at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Breakdancers are called B-boys or B-girls.

African breakdancers are competing to go to the Olympics.

They went to the first African Breaking Competition in Morocco.

South Africa's B-girl Courtnaé Paul was one of the top dancers in the competition.

Breaking is a fun and energetic dance style.

It mixes acrobatics, fancy footwork and powerful movements.

It began with hip hop music.

But now, it includes various types of music like jazz, disco and electro.

In competitions, two B-boys or B-girls compete against each other with their dance moves.

For many dancers, it's not just a competition, it's about creating a community.

They're excited to meet other breakers.

JC Kanane's a B-boy from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Let's see who'll win the first breaking gold medal in Paris 2024.

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