On December 7, 2024, the Red Bull BC One World Final will take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This international breakdancing championship will feature the world's best b-boys and b-girls competing for the title of champion. For the first time in Kazakhstan's history, Amir Zakirov will serve as one of the judges for this tournament, representing the country on the global stage.
Amir began his breakdancing journey in Petropavlovsk, becoming passionate about the art form during his school years. He later moved to Omsk and then to Moscow, where he joined the Predatorz crew, renowned for their performances in international competitions.
In 2020, Amir triumphed at Legits Blast in Prague, and in 2022, he won the Red Bull BC One World Final in Gdańsk, Poland, becoming the first dancer from Kazakhstan to achieve such a milestone.
In 2024, Amir Zakirov will be part of the judging panel for the Red Bull BC One World Final, where 16 b-boys and 16 b-girls will battle for the championship title.
Competition Format
Half of the finalists will be invited dancers who received wild cards. The remaining spots will be filled through the Last Chance Cypher, where winners of national qualifiers compete for a place in the top 16.
The final will be streamed live on Red Bull TV, as well as on the Red Bull BC One YouTube and Facebook pages. Viewers will have access to audio commentary in various languages, along with an option to watch without commentary.
Kazakhstan and Red Bull BC One
Since its inception in 2004, Red Bull BC One has become a significant platform for the growth of breakdancing. The introduction of a b-girl category in 2018 and the inclusion of breaking in the Olympics have drawn global audience attention to this art form.
Amir Zakirov's participation in the judging panel highlights the development of breaking in Kazakhstan and demonstrates that local dancers can perform successfully on the international stage.
The live broadcast of the final will take place on December 7. Support the dancers and enjoy one of the most spectacular events in the world of breakdancing.