Official Announcement: Allocated Athletes for Breaking at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games

The World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) is proud to officially announce the allocated athlete quota places for the upcoming Youth Olympic Games (YOG) Dakar 2026. Scheduled to take place on 12–13 November 2026 at the Complex Tour de L'Œuf in Dakar, Senegal, this event marks a historic moment as Breaking returns to the Youth Olympics for its second appearance following its groundbreaking debut at Buenos Aires 2018, while also celebrating the first-ever Olympic Games hosted on the African continent.

Following the completion of the global qualification pathway and official entries submitted by their respective National Olympic Committees (NOCs), the top young B-Boys and B-Girls from around the globe are set to Battle for global glory. The roster showcases an exceptional generation of emerging talent and high-octane energy, representing the promising future of international Breaking.

Confirmed Delegations

B-Boys

B-Girls

Inspiring the Next Generation

Looking ahead, WDSF President Shawn Tay stated:

"Breaking is experiencing a crucial moment within the international sports movement. Having such a diverse and talented representation of young athletes gathered in Senegal demonstrates the immense global strength and future potential of the culture."

The inclusion of Breaking at Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics reaffirms the WDSF’s ongoing commitment to fostering youth development, championing global inclusivity, and elevating Breaking to the highest international competitive standards.