Pole dancing, a sensual and athletic performance art form, has been making waves in the world of sports. The International Pole Sports Federation (IPSF) has codified technical scores for pole dancing, but establishing standards for something so subjective is challenging. Many dancers disagree on whether it should be done at all. As IPSF works towards Olympic recognition, questions arise about standardization, originality, and sensual expression.

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