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XDubai is helping UAE skateboarding scene to boom as sport continues rapid growth following Tokyo 2020 Olympics inclusion

Hiba Khan

17:53 17/05/2017

Despite the recent closure of skate parks around the city, XDubai has stood up firmly against the tide and is the go-to spot for both budding and seasoned skateboarders to further hone their skills on four wheels.

In this video, Mohammed Jawad Khoramifar, General Manager of XDubai, discusses the popularity of the sport in the region and its positive impact on fitness.

With the International Olympic Committee confirming that skateboarding will be part of the 2020 Olympic summer Games in Tokyo, the sport is continuing to grow.

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