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Skateboarding experts discuss the sport's origins and its inclusion in the Paris 2024 Olympics. They also debate on the use of air conditioning in the Olympic Village and explore sustainability efforts for the games.
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- Skateboarding's evolution from a California surfers' invention to an Olympic sport draws the youthful crowd to the games.
- Paris Olympics 2024 showcases innovative cooling strategies initially eco-friendly, but adjusts for athlete comfort.
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Skateboarding: A Sport with California Roots
Skateboarding originated in California in the 1950s, created by surfers seeking an alternative to surfing on flat days. Initially seen as a fad in the 1960s, skateboarding regained popularity in the early 1970s with the introduction of urethane wheels. The sport's popularity spread to the UK and evolved as snowboarders took up skateboarding in non-winter months due to similar skill requirements. Added to the Olympics in 2020 and 2024, skateboarding attracts young athletes, adding youthful energy to the games.
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