The International Paralympic Committee has decided to remove breakdancing from the 2028 games. The shocking decision follows an underwhelming audience response to the sport’s debut at the 2024 Paralympics.
The committee insists that the change has nothing to do with the sport’s lackluster reception.
“Breakdancing was a new event. The decision to retire it for the next Paralympics had been made years in advance,” an official statement reads. “We cycle through events regularly. It may come back in the future.”
Many people have voiced the derisive opinion that para-breakdancing should not even be considered a sporting event.
“Honestly, I’m glad to see it go,” said professional wheelchair dancer Mariam Haynes. “Wheelchair breakdancing might be a fun hobby, but it simply isn’t a legitimate sport. It isn’t sophisticated.”
People in the para-breakdancing community have expressed disappointment in the decision.
“We just got some recognition and already people want to take that away,” complained local champion Bianca Richard. “Competitive wheelchair breakdancing has been growing steadily for years, and it’s a shame the largest global para-sporting event is backtracking after one try.”
Anyone who wishes to try para-breakdancing is encouraged to find a group in their local community. The only requirements are a disability and good insurance.