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Dallas Oberholzer's Unconventional Path to Paris 2024

At 49, the South African skateboarder combines psychedelic journeys and Olympic dreams while advocating for skateboarding's free spirit.

  • Oberholzer's journey included a transformative ayahuasca experience in Peru.
  • He competes against much younger athletes, with no expectations of winning.
  • Oberholzer stresses the importance of maintaining skateboarding's rebellious essence.
  • Financial struggles and lack of sponsorship mark his Olympic preparation.
  • His primary goal is to inspire others and achieve personal bests.
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