Nemesis won the coveted title of 2025 Red Bull Dance Your Style Philippine National Champion at the recently concluded final showdown held in Ayala Center, Cebu City last May 24, 2025.
Top dancers from across the country battled for the National Final in Cebu, showcasing their dancing prowess with a mix of styles- from hip-hop to house, waacking to locking and even voguing. The energy was unmatched, with each dancer's fate resting on the crowd's hands. Ultimately, Sam Rivera a.k.a. Nemesis, was crowned the 2025 Red Bull Dane Your Style Philippines National Champion.
"It was an amazing journey," said Nemesis. "This was my third time to join Red Bull Dance Your Style. I'm so happy that I won the championship title in my hometown, Cebu. It's my pride and honor."
"I was so excited because people (from my hometown) will get to see me dance on the national stage, especially my mothers, my family and my friends," continued Nemesis. "I think that I was more empowered because my family was here with me and while I was on stage, I could see my friends, so that gave me a boost."
She also credited the Cebuano crowd for energizing her throughout the competition. "They carried me through the Final. I'm so grateful to them because the community here is so supportive, not just to me but to all the contenders who danced on stage. And of course, Red Bull, who gave me wings. Thank you for the energy."
With their undeniable stage presence and crowd-commanding charisma, the Cebuana Krump Star stamped her dominance each round and earned not just the trophy but also a spot on the global stage. As the representative of the Philippines at the Red Bull Dance Your Style World Finals in L.A., U.S.A., Nemesis has her sights set on the next battle. They shared their enthusiasm for the World Final, "First of all, it's going to be in Los Angels, and it's going to be my first time traveling outside of Asia. I want to connect with other dancers from around the world and dance my heart out at the World Final to show them what Filipinos are capable of."
"I will do my usual routine. I will train my body, my mind and my soul," she added. "I think that a balance of everything, your faith in God, your physical conditioning and strong mental conditioning when you perform. I'll just be myself because I think we're all unique in our own way. I'll show them what I can do, how I krump and how I dance."
Beyond the dance battles, the Red Bull Dance Your Style National Finals in Cebu turned into a cultural celebration which made it more memorable especially for the attendees.
Aside from world-class streetdancing, guests were treated to the flavors of Cebu's talent with special performances from Cebuana Superstar- Karenciita, and local dance crew SZHD. More than a dance competition, the Red Bull Dance Your Style National Finals was a true festival of Cebu's urban creativity.
And as the ultimate showdown countdown begins, you can show your support to Nemesis' journey to the Red Bull Dance Your Style World Final in L.A., U.S.A. this coming October 11, 2025.
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