Everything you need to know about the annual global one-on-one breaking competition, including the hottest talent and how to watch
- 24 of the best breakers in the world across 13 countries are confirmed to battle it out for the ultimate title as the Red Bull BC One World Final returns to Rio de Janeiro
- On 7th December, the annual global one-on-one breaking competition heads to the Farmasi Arena, Rio de Janeiro, to crown 2024’s b-boy and b-girl World Champions
- Last tickets to the Red Bull BC One 2024 World Final are available atwww.redbull.com/bcone
- Catch the action live action on Red Bull TV and Red Bull BC One YouTube (Exclusive to ESPN+ in the USA)
On Saturday 7th December 2024, the world’s most talented b-boys and b-girls will battle it out to be crowned the Red Bull BC One World Champion, the ultimate recognition of endurance, style and excellence in the breaking world. For South African breakers like Courtnaé Paul and Toufeeq, this moment means more than just a title; it’s a testament to the culture and passion they’ve nurtured for years.
Courtnaé shares her excitement, saying, “I’m thrilled to represent on the world stage again; winning the national title was just the beginning. For me, it’s about giving my all, inspiring others, and dancing with purpose.”
Toufeeq echoes this, emphasizing the grit involved: “Getting to this stage wasn’t easy, but that’s what makes it so rewarding. Every battle, every setback – it all leads to the world finals”. He continues, “Representing South Africa on the global stage fuels me to push my limits and show what we’re capable of.”
The blockbuster invitational wildcard lineup of 12 b-boys and 12 b-girls includes Olympic silver medalist, B-Girl Nicka from Lithuania, and bronze medalist B-Boy Victor from the USA. Also hoping to follow in the footsteps of last year’s champions, Ami (Japan) and Hong 10 (South Korea) who were crowned in Paris 2023, is B-Boy Menno from the Netherlands, who is returning to fight for his fourth title and B-Girl Logan ‘Logistx’ from the USA is also returning in an attempt to win the title for a second time.
In addition to the 24 wildcards, four b-boys and four b-girls will join the World Final lineup from the Red Bull BC One national and regional cypher winners, determined by the Red Bull BC One Last Chance Cypher taking place on 5th December where more than 70 breakers will go head-to-head for the final eight spots.
This year, Red Bull BC One World Final will be returning to Brazil for its 21st edition. Hosted at Rio de Janeiro’s Farmasi Arena, this marks the third time Brazil will host the Red Bull BC One World Final, following unforgettable showdowns in São Paulo (2006) and Rio (2012).
Brazil has had a profound impact on the global breaking scene. Home to the dance-like art of Capoeira and the samba-inspired Passinho, it’s the perfect location to celebrate more than 20 years since the first ever Red Bull BC One World Final took place.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Red Bull BC One holds the longest streak of consecutive years as a one-on-one breaking competition. Following 93 qualifying events hosted across 37 markets, the Red Bull BC One World Final brings together the best breakers from across the globe, showcasing the highest levels of powermoves, toprock steps, footwork, freezes, and so much more. As well as 2024 cypher winners, the wildcards are selected to compete based on their unique style, expertise and recent achievements in the breaking world.
WHERE TO WATCH
The Red Bull BC One Last Chance Cypher on the 5th of December will be available to stream globally on Red Bull TV and Red Bull BC One YouTube 01:00 AM South African time.
The Red Bull BC One World Final on the 7th of December will be available live on Red Bull TV and Red Bull BC One YouTube 22:30 South African time. Red Bull TV will provide users with a unique viewing experience through exclusive live commentary audio streams in English, Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Polish, and Brazilian Portuguese. A no-commentary stream is also available on the platform. The Red Bull BC One World Final will be available to watch live exclusively on ESPN+ in the USA.
MEET THE 12 B-BOYS WILDCARDS
- Alvin (Venezuela)
- Menno (Netherlands)
- Dias (Kazakhstan)
- Robb (Belgium)
- Hiro10 (Japan)
- Samuka (Brazil)
- Khalil (France)
- Sun Chen, aka Quake (Taiwan)
- Klash (Egypt)
- Victor (USA)
- Leony (Brazil)
- Zooty Zoot (South Korea)
MEET THE 12 B-GIRLS WILDCARDS
- India (Netherlands)
- Royal (China)
- Kate (Ukraine)
- San Andrea (France)
- Logan ‘Logistx’ (USA)
- Syssy (France)
- Lola (Spain)
- Toquinha (Brazil)
- Mini Japa (Brazil)
- Yasmin (Japan)
- Nicka (Lithuania)
- Ying Zi (China)
For details on how to purchase tickets head to www.redbull.com/bcone.
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