Amidst the thunderous applause, the gleaming stadiums, and the world’s greatest athletes, there exists a hidden battleground where the asphalt meets the dreams of a new generation. Welcome to the Olympic Street Challenge – a captivating fusion of athleticism, creativity, and the raw energy of the streets. This new endeavor was announced by a skateboarding sensation calling all enthusiasts for an epic showcase of talents.
Skateboarding, initially a street sport only meant for the urban hustlers, is now going places. With the latest initiative by The Olympic Games committee, enthusiasts and fans can now support their favorites in the challenge.
The first-ever Olympic Street Challenge
In the recent video shared by The Olympic Games’ official Twitter handle, Nyjah Huston, the greatest of the game was seen calling people out to participate in the challenge. The Olympic StreetChallange is the first ever Olympic digital competition open to breaking, BMX, and skateboarding enthusiasts. It is a contest where participants can submit a 30-second video showcasing their top skills and creativity in one of the three urban sports that will be featured in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Jah is calling you!
Join the first ever Olympic #StreetChallenge contest with your best 30-second skateboarding clip for a chance to win a unique Olympic experience.@Nyjah | @worldskatesb | @WorldSkate_news | #LetsMove | #Olympics | #sk8 | #skateboarding
— The Olympic Games (@Olympics) September 14, 2023
The contest runs from 23 September to 22 October 2023 and the winners will get amazing prizes, which include a VIP trip to an Olympic qualification event on the road to Paris 2024 and a meet and greet with the stars of their sport. “Take over the Street Challenge,” said Houston in the brief snippet on Twitter.
What is special about Skateboarding at the Paris Olympics?
The buzz for skateboarding is real for the Paris Olympics. After making its debut at the Tokyo Olympics, it’s back for more action on the streets of the French capital. With two events, namely, Park and Street, where athletes will perform their most impressive tricks on different courses that resemble the urban environments where skateboarding started out.
Being a part of the cool urban sports cluster that includes breaking, BMX freestyle, and basketball 3×3, this Olympic would be special for skateboarding. Talking about numbers, there would be a total of 88 skateboarding athletes, split evenly between men and women, competing for the top spot.
Qualifying for this spectacle will be based on the Olympic World Skateboarding Rankings and the Olympic Qualifier Series – a fresh three-event qualifier happening between March and June. The Olympic Street Challenge is a unique opportunity for fans of urban sports to join the Olympic movement and express their creativity and passion. By participating in the contest, they can also support their favorite athletes and learn from their skills and tips.
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