"The ability and intent were there, but the performance itself simply did not resonate with the audience as envisaged," World DanceSport Federation president Shawn Tay told CNA.
"The ability and intent were there, but the performance itself simply did not resonate with the audience as envisaged," World Dance Sport Federation president Shawn Tay told CNA.
"The ability and intent were there, but the performance itself simply did not resonate with the audience as envisaged,"said Shawn Tay. Tay, a Singaporean, said the WDSF stands firmly against any form of harassment or abuse, including cyberbullying. "Those who equate breaking solely with Raygun's performance in Paris are sadly missing out on much so more that our sport has to offer.
"The entire world now knows what a unique and colourful addition breaking is to the Olympic Games," he added."This episode introduced breaking to countless numbers of people who may otherwise have never known that our sport was at the Olympic Games.
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