X Games

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In LA this year, the X Games mark the beginning of a week full of exhilarating sports events, ballsy athletes, and of course, parties! This year the X Games kick off party sponsored by Rock Star Energy Drink was held at Opera Night Club where both athletes and celebs came out to show their support. So what exactly are the X Games?

And why are they such a big deal? Well, it's quite simple really. The X Games is an annual multi-sport event with an emphasis on extreme sports. AKA: sports that only the bravest would attempt. A few examples of some sports in the games include motocross, skate, and bmx. The reason the X Games are one of the most watched sports events is because of the high intensity and extremely dangerous stunts that most could only dream of attempting.Unfortunately, sometimes the X Games aren't always fun and games. This year, Australian skateboarder, Jake Brown survived a death defying 50 foot fall at LA's Staple Center on August 3rd. Brown claims he lost control of his skateboard when he smacked right into the bottom of the ramp after attempting his final trick. Brown was motionless for 10 minutes. Spectators assumed the 32 year old was dead. Thankfully, he survived and the games went on. Whether you are a fan of the X Games because you are a nail biting spectator, or you just like to a party like a rock star, the first week of August in LA is definitely a time you want to be around to be a part of the action.