Skateboard GB x Habito National Champs

💥 We’re honoured to announce that we will be hosting the 2021 Skateboard GB x Habito National Champs 🇬🇧
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The one-day competition will be the only British Olympic qualification event leading up to the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo, with skateboarders competing for qualification points and £7,000 in cash prizes.⠀
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Due to strict Covid-19 restrictions, permission had to be obtained from Government to hold the event, which must meet extensive Covid-19 regulations and protocols, including a reduced number of skateboarders (invite only) and no spectators.⠀
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The 32 skateboarders have been invited based on points scored at the 2019 National Championships and World Skate Olympic ranking points.⠀
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A total of 8 skateboarders entered the women's street and park events at the 2019 National Championships. Skateboard GB's selection committee has come together with Girl Skate UK to populate the remaining quota places. Considering previous competition experience and reviewing video footage.⠀
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The entire event will be broadcast LIVE on BBC Sport iPlayer, BBC Website and BBC Red Button.⠀
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