A breakdancer from Co Dublin who finished in the top 16 at a high-profile world competition in Japan says it has made him even more passionate about sharing his skills with the next generation of breakers.
28-year-old Leon Dwyer, also known as Bboy Aleon, was the first Irish break-boy to compete at the Red Bull BC One World Finals and he finished in the top 16 of the Last Chance Cypher in Tokyo.
"It's the biggest event in the world," he told RTÉ News.
"It's the first time Ireland's ever been at that prestigious level. To break those barriers is really exciting and something that has helped me try and get better and win, is to open the door for the people behind me."
Mr Dwyer is teaching breaking classes in six counties and hopes his success on the world stage will help to provide greater opportunities and a clear pathway to the younger generation coming up behind him.
Looking ahead to the future, he hopes to qualify for next year's competition and have another shot at making the final stage.
"If you don't win, you learn from your loss. I've grown up with that mentality," he said.
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