Raygun quits competitive breakdancing after Paris Olympics backlash
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun quits competitive breakdancing after Paris Olympics backlash

Al Jazeera  

The Australian, ridiculed for her kangaroo hops and poor score at the games, says competing on the breakdancing floor has become ‘really difficult’ for her. Australian breakdancer Rachael “Raygun” Gunn has announced her retirement from competition, citing a “really upsetting” backlash following her performance at the Paris Olympics. I just didn’t have any control over how people saw me or who I was.” Conspiracy theories abounded to explain how the university lecturer had even made it to the Australian Olympic team. '” While many lampooned her performance on social media, Gunn won support from others, including her fellow Australian Olympians and even the country’s prime minister.

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Raygun: The Musical about viral Australian breakdancer moves forward with new name after legal threat
3 months, 1 week ago

Raygun: The Musical about viral Australian breakdancer moves forward with new name after legal threat

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy An unauthorized musical inspired by Rachael “Raygun” Gunn, who went viral …

Olympic breaker Raygun says legal dispute over comedy musical has been resolved
3 months, 1 week ago

Olympic breaker Raygun says legal dispute over comedy musical has been resolved

ABC  

Breakdancer Rachael "Raygun" Gunn says she has resolved a dispute with a comedian after her lawyers shut down a parody musical based on her Olympic journey. Ms Broadbridge on Thursday announced she would go ahead with a different "completely legal parody musical" It comes after Anthony Skinner, the owner of the club originally set to host the musical, said he …

Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn's $10K legal demand sparks social media storm - as comedian makes defiant statement: 'World's biggest Karen'
3 months, 1 week ago

Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn's $10K legal demand sparks social media storm - as comedian makes defiant statement: 'World's biggest Karen'

Daily Mail  

Australian break-dancer Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn is copping fierce criticism after her lawyers requested $10,000 from the owner of a comedy club who promoted a musical about the Olympian. The Sydney Morning Herald revealed the contents of the letter on Wednesday which had been sent to Darlinghurst's iD Comedy Club owner Anthony Skinner, who had been requested to front their legal …

Breakdancer Raygun explains decision to shut down musical inspired by her Olympic moves
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Breakdancer Raygun explains decision to shut down musical inspired by her Olympic moves

ABC  

Olympic breaker Rachel 'Raygun' Gunn has told followers on social media why she made the decision to shut down a comedy musical inspired by her moves. "Raygun's lawyers got in touch with the venue and threatened legal action," Broadbridge said in the Instagram video, offering refunds for the tickets. In the new video, Gunn said that she had trademarked her …

Breakdancer Raygun explains decision to shut down musical inspired by Olympic moves
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Breakdancer Raygun explains decision to shut down musical inspired by Olympic moves

ABC  

Olympic breaker Rachel 'Raygun' Gunn has told followers on social media why she made the decision to shut down a comedy musical inspired by her moves. "Raygun's lawyers got in touch with the venue and threatened legal action," Broadbridge said in the Instagram video, offering refunds for the tickets. In the new video, Gunn said that she had trademarked her …

Raygun musical cancelled in Australia after legal threat: Rachael Gunn accused of cultural appropriation
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Raygun musical cancelled in Australia after legal threat: Rachael Gunn accused of cultural appropriation

Firstpost  

A musical over Rachael ‘Raygun’ Gunn, the Australian breakdancer who received a lot of criticism after her performance at the Paris Olympics, was cancelled in Australia after legal threats to comedian Steph Broadbridge. AP Rachael “Raygun” Gunn, the breakdancer, who represented Australia at the Paris Summer Olympics 2024 has been accused of cultural appropriation after a musical over the retired …

Raygun-inspired musical canceled after viral breakdancer sends playwright legal warning
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun-inspired musical canceled after viral breakdancer sends playwright legal warning

The Independent  

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Raygun set to become this year's hottest Christmas decoration as ornaments in honour of breakdancer are unveiled
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun set to become this year's hottest Christmas decoration as ornaments in honour of breakdancer are unveiled

Daily Mail  

Australian breakdancing sensation Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn has been immortalised as a Christmas decoration. Now an American company has paid tribute to the controversial breakdancer by turning some of her signature dance moves into Christmas decorations. Australian breakdancing sensation Rachel 'Raygun' Gunn has been immortalised as a Christmas decoration An American company has paid tribute to the breakdancer by turning some …

Breaking Gold Medalist Phil Wizard Says Raygun Doesn’t Deserve the Meme Machine’s Wrath
55 years, 2 months ago

Breaking Gold Medalist Phil Wizard Says Raygun Doesn’t Deserve the Meme Machine’s Wrath

Wired  

Phil Wizard isn’t Raygun. While Wizard says he has immense sympathy for Raygun, saying no one deserves to be bullied or mocked as she has in the months that have followed this summer’s Paris Games, he also said she didn’t have the high level of talent and expertise that other breakers at the Olympics possessed. Noting that Raygun reached the …

How Raygun cashed in on being a viral Olympic laughing stock
4 months, 1 week ago

How Raygun cashed in on being a viral Olympic laughing stock

The Independent  

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Olympic breakdancer Raygun blames 'camera angles' for her controversial Paris performance
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Olympic breakdancer Raygun blames 'camera angles' for her controversial Paris performance

Daily Mail  

Olympic star Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn revealed she thinks the 'camera angles' for her controversial Paris performance let her down. The embattled breakdancer, 36, from New South Wales, Australia, who became an overnight sensation for her quirky routine at the 2024 Paris Olympics, opened up about what went wrong on Good Morning Britain this morning. Olympic star Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn, New …

Rachael Gunn retires: Raygun quits breaking, blames Paris Olympics 2024 backlash for decision
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rachael Gunn retires: Raygun quits breaking, blames Paris Olympics 2024 backlash for decision

Hindustan Times  

Popular for her unconventional routine at the Paris Olympics 2024, Australian breaker Rachael Gunn has announced her retirement. Gunn, also known as Raygun, was trolled and criticised for her routine in Paris, which also led to conspiracy theories about her qualification for the event. Many fans also took to social media to blame Gunn as the reason for its exclusion …

Rachael Gunn retires: Australian breaker bids adieu after Paris Olympics backlash
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rachael Gunn retires: Australian breaker bids adieu after Paris Olympics backlash

Live Mint  

Just three months after her debut at the Paris Olympics, Australian breaker Rachael Gunn announced her retirement from breakdancing following backlash. Speaking to radio stadium 2DayFM, Gunn explained that she would have continued competing but couldn’t because of her experience post Games. Gunn also detailed her horrific experience post Games in Paris on how she was chased by cameras through …

Australia's 'Raygun' quits competitive breakdancing after 'really upsetting' backlash post-Olympics
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia's 'Raygun' quits competitive breakdancing after 'really upsetting' backlash post-Olympics

Firstpost  

‘Raygun’ had become the topic of memes after her viral performance on breaking’s Olympic debut at Place de la Concorde, her unorthodox routine featuring kangaroo hops among other moves Australia's Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn competes in the breaking event in the Paris Olympics. Reuters Australia’s Rachael “Raygun” Gunn has announced her retirement from breakdancing three months after representing her country at …

'Raygun' retires from break dancing
4 months, 3 weeks ago

'Raygun' retires from break dancing

ABC  

Rachel Mealey: Australian breakdancer Rachael Gunn has revealed she'll no longer compete in the sport. Kathleen Ferguson: She says dance is fun and Rachael Gunn earned her spot. Kathleen Ferguson: And Sameer Deshpande says he doesn't believe it's a small minority engaging in online trolling. Kathleen Ferguson: And even though the backlash to her performance has led Rachael Gunn to …

Raygun retires from breakdancing after Paris Olympics backlash
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun retires from breakdancing after Paris Olympics backlash

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Australian Olympic breaker Rachael Gunn to retire from competition after backlash
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Olympic breaker Rachael Gunn to retire from competition after backlash

The Hindu  

Australian breaker Rachael Gunn has told a Sydney radio station that she plans to retire from competition just three months after her unconventional routine at the Paris Olympics led to her being ridiculed and spawned conspiracy theories about how she qualified for the Games. Gunn had initially planned to keep competing but said the experience had been so “upsetting” that …

Australian breaker Raygun to retire after Olympic backlash
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian breaker Raygun to retire after Olympic backlash

The Hindu  

Breaker Rachael “Raygun” Gunn’s signature kangaroo bounce will not be seen on a competitive stage again after the Australian declared she could not bring herself to battle following the backlash over her Paris Olympic performance. University lecturer Gunn became an overnight sensation after losing all three of her round robin battles by a combined score of 54-0 when breaking made …

Rachael “Raygun” Gunn quits breakdancing after viral Olympics backlash
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rachael “Raygun” Gunn quits breakdancing after viral Olympics backlash

Salon  

Rachael “Raygun” Gunn is hanging up her breakdancing shoes. On an Australian radio show, Gunn shared, "Dancing is so much fun, and it makes you feel good, and I don’t think people should feel crap about, you know, the way that they dance." In August, the dancer's Olympic performance was highly criticized for moves like rolling on her back, spinning …

Viral Olympic B-girl Raygun says she is done with competitive breakdancing
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Viral Olympic B-girl Raygun says she is done with competitive breakdancing

LA Times  

Rachael Gunn, better known as Australian B-girl Raygun, competes at the Paris Olympics on Aug. 9. During an appearance on Australia radio’s “The Jimmy & Nath Show” on Tuesday, Gunn was asked if she’d ever want to compete in the Olympics again. “I still break, but I don’t compete,” she said. “Yeah, I was going to keep competing for sure,” …

Australian breakdancer Raygun is retiring from the sport after her Olympics backlash
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian breakdancer Raygun is retiring from the sport after her Olympics backlash

NPR  

Australian breakdancer Raygun is retiring from the sport after her Olympics backlash toggle caption Frank Franklin/AP Raygun, the Australian breakdancer who received ongoing backlash for her performance in the Paris Olympics, said she is retiring from competing. Raygun, whose real name is Rachael Gunn, said on Australian radio earlier this week that she does not want to endure the criticism …

Raygun retires from competitive breaking after Olympic backlash
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun retires from competitive breaking after Olympic backlash

New York Times  

Australian breaker Rachael “Raygun” Gunn, who rose to viral fame for her bewildering performance at the Paris Olympics, plans to retire from competition, she told a Sydney radio station Wednesday. … I was going to keep competing, for sure, but that seems really difficult for me to do now to approach a battle.” She added that she still dances and …

Raygun announces she is QUITTING competitive breakdancing after humiliating Olympics dance
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun announces she is QUITTING competitive breakdancing after humiliating Olympics dance

Daily Mail  

Australian breakdancing sensation Rachel 'Raygun' Gunn has revealed that she will not compete again after she received a barrage of 'upsetting' abuse following her performances in Paris. Raygun, 37, went viral following her unique performances at the Place de la Concorde earlier this summer, with the B-girl hopping like a kangaroo and writhing around on the floor like a snake. …

Australia’s Raygun: I’m retiring from breakdancing after all the abuse I received
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia’s Raygun: I’m retiring from breakdancing after all the abuse I received

The Telegraph  

The Australian breakdancer whose controversial moves earned her a score of zero at the Olympics has announced her retirement from the sport following global mockery of her performance. Rachael Gunn, known as “Raygun”, said she would not compete again after being made to feel “c---” over her display at Paris 2024, which included her hopping like a kangaroo and writhing …

Aussies blast Raygun for her latest move as she rolls out a new breakdancing routine: 'That really hurt to watch'
5 months ago

Aussies blast Raygun for her latest move as she rolls out a new breakdancing routine: 'That really hurt to watch'

Daily Mail  

Raygun was quickly savaged on social media by her followers She was a highly divisive figure after her performance at the Paris Olympics earlier this year - and now breakdancer Raygun has been blasted online after issuing her fans with a challenge that 'really hurt to watch'. Australian Olympian Rachael Gunn became a global source of ridicule during the Paris …

Raygun doesn't look like this anymore! Controversial Olympian unveils shock new look following breakdancing disaster in Paris
5 months ago

Raygun doesn't look like this anymore! Controversial Olympian unveils shock new look following breakdancing disaster in Paris

Daily Mail  

Olympic breakdancer Raygun has debuted a surprising new look. Pictured On Thursday, the breakdancer is totally transformed on the cover of this week's Stellar Magazine The accompanying cover line reads, 'What Raygun did next? Raygun was comprehensively beaten in all of her battle rounds at this year's Paris Olympics, while her routine went viral, even mocked by the likes of …

B-girl Raygun is ranked #1 in breaking—but critics say the system is broken. Here's why
6 months, 2 weeks ago

B-girl Raygun is ranked #1 in breaking—but critics say the system is broken. Here's why

Hindustan Times  

Despite Olympic performances that sparked internet mockery, Australian breaker Rachael Gunn, also known as "b-girl Raygun," is at the top of her sport's newest world rankings. The World DanceSport Federation said the ranking methodology is based on each athlete’s top four performances within the past 12 months — but excludes Olympic events including the Paris Games and Olympic qualifier series …

Raygun’s revenge: Lampooned Aussie breakdancer tops world rankings
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Raygun’s revenge: Lampooned Aussie breakdancer tops world rankings

Al Jazeera  

Raygun secured top spot after bagging the most points in the past year, finishing ahead of Japanese B-girl Riko, but could lose her crown in October. Australian Olympic breakdancer “Raygun” has been ridiculed, written off, and now crowned number one in the world, the sport’s governing body has confirmed. However, with few ranking events held between December 2023 and the …

Australian breaker Raygun is currently ranked number one in the world — the World DanceSport Federation has explained why
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian breaker Raygun is currently ranked number one in the world — the World DanceSport Federation has explained why

ABC  

Australian breaker Rachael Gunn, or "b-girl Raygun," holds the top spot in her sport's latest world rankings, despite Olympic performances that led to online ridicule. The World DanceSport Federation said the ranking methodology is based on each athlete's top four performances within the past 12 months — but excludes Olympic events including the Paris Games and Olympic qualifier series events …

Raygun scores a VERY surprising new breakdancing world ranking after touching down in Australia
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun scores a VERY surprising new breakdancing world ranking after touching down in Australia

Daily Mail  

Raygun has returned home to Australia with a new accolade under her belt after the World DanceSport Federation gave her a very controversial new ranking after the Paris Oympics. However that hasn't stopped the World DanceSport Federation from elevating Raygun to No.1 in the world in its latest rankings. The World DanceSport Federation has listed Raygun at No.1 in their …

Raygun could be set to perform again with a MAJOR celebrity by her side as new image is revealed - and she is loving her 15 minutes of fame
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun could be set to perform again with a MAJOR celebrity by her side as new image is revealed - and she is loving her 15 minutes of fame

Daily Mail  

Aussie breakdancer had dinner with him in Amsterdam Raygun's time in the spotlight post the Paris Olympics is showing no signs of waning if one of her recent high profile dinner companions is any guide. It comes after Raygun confirmed she was offered the chance to perform alongside Boy George after winning over British billionaire Sir Richard Branson with her …

Australian breaker Raygun says she felt ‘panic’ after public reaction to her Olympic performance
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian breaker Raygun says she felt ‘panic’ after public reaction to her Olympic performance

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — For Australian breaker Rachael Gunn, first came her polarizing performance at the Olympics, followed by her panic when she was chased through the streets of Paris. People are now attacking our reputation and our integrity — none of them were grounded in facts.” Gunn’s performance was mocked online and on television, including in a sketch on Jimmy …

Panic on the streets of Paris for Australian Olympic breaker
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Panic on the streets of Paris for Australian Olympic breaker

The Independent  

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Paris 2024: Breakdancer Raygun ‘sorry’ about Olympic backlash
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024: Breakdancer Raygun ‘sorry’ about Olympic backlash

The Hindu  

Australia’s “Raygun” has apologised for the backlash that her widely ridiculed Paris Olympics performance brought to the broader breakdancing community. Rachael “Raygun” Gunn, whose routine featured a move that mimicked a kangaroo hopping, made the comments in an interview with Australia’s Channel 10 to be broadcast on Wednesday. WATCH | Raygun opens up on ‘devastating hate’ after Paris Olympics showing …

Controversial breakdancer Raygun divides the nation with bombshell TV interview about THAT Olympic routine as the telling moment that exposes her 'nervous' demeanour is revealed
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Controversial breakdancer Raygun divides the nation with bombshell TV interview about THAT Olympic routine as the telling moment that exposes her 'nervous' demeanour is revealed

Daily Mail  

Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn has divided the nation with her bombshell TV interview about her disaster 2024 Paris Olympics performance. The tell-all chat saw Raygun slam her critics for not 'understanding' breakdancing and discuss the huge backlash, but it has left Aussie viewers completely divided. Others jumped to Raygun's defence as they hit out at critics for continuing to pile on …

Viral Australian Olympic Breakdancer Raygun Apologizes For Backlash
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Viral Australian Olympic Breakdancer Raygun Apologizes For Backlash

News 18  

Australia’s “Raygun” has apologised for the backlash that her widely ridiculed Paris Olympics performance brought to the broader breakdancing community. Rachael “Raygun” Gunn, whose routine featured a move that mimicked a kangaroo hopping, made the comments in an interview with Australia’s Channel 10 to be broadcast on Wednesday. In the interview, Gunn said it was “really sad” to hear the …

Raygun apologises to breaking community but defends controversial record
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun apologises to breaking community but defends controversial record

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Raygun: Controversial Olympian Rachael Gunn apologises to breakdancing community for backlash: 'I am very sorry'
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun: Controversial Olympian Rachael Gunn apologises to breakdancing community for backlash: 'I am very sorry'

Daily Mail  

Controversial Olympian Rachael Gunn has made a public apology to the breakdancing community for backlash it has copped following her performance during the Paris Olympics. Gunn, who goes by the stage name Raygun, became an overnight sensation with her unique take on breakdancing during the inaugural women's competition at the Olympics last month. pic.twitter.com/BOPSjhtAlx — The Project September 4, 2024 …

Raygun is ‘sorry,’ but believes she’s Australia’s top breakdancer: ‘My record speaks to that’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun is ‘sorry,’ but believes she’s Australia’s top breakdancer: ‘My record speaks to that’

LA Times  

Rachael Gunn, the Australian B-girl known as Raygun, looks on before competing in the women’s breakdancing competition at the Paris Olympics on Aug. 9. “I am very sorry for the backlash that the community has experienced, but I can’t control how people react,” Gunn, a Sydney university professor who turned 37 on Monday, told Waleed Aly on an episode of …

Australian breaker Rachel ‘Raygun’ Gunn calls criticism of Olympic performance ‘alarming’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian breaker Rachel ‘Raygun’ Gunn calls criticism of Olympic performance ‘alarming’

New York Times  

Australian breaker Rachel “Raygun” Gunn, who quickly became one of the most talked about Olympians at the Paris Games following her performance, said much of the heavy criticism of her skills was due to a lack of knowledge of the sport. “The energy and vitriol that people had was pretty alarming,” Gunn told “The Project,” a show on Australia’s Channel …

Raygun: Olympic Games breakdancer Rachael Gunn set for world-first TV interview after Paris disaster saw her become internet sensation
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Raygun: Olympic Games breakdancer Rachael Gunn set for world-first TV interview after Paris disaster saw her become internet sensation

Daily Mail  

Rachael Gunn will share her side of the story in her first sit down TV interview since her Olympic Games disaster in Paris. Gunn, who goes by the stage name of Raygun, became an overnight sensation last month after stealing the show with her breakdancing performances in the inaugural women's competition. The quirky nature of Raygun's moves captured the world's …

Raygun: How Rachael Gunn predicted her Olympics routine would be turned into a 'joke' a year before she became the biggest story of the Paris Games
7 months, 1 week ago

Raygun: How Rachael Gunn predicted her Olympics routine would be turned into a 'joke' a year before she became the biggest story of the Paris Games

Daily Mail  

Rachael Gunn was the story of the Olympic Games in Paris, with fans savaging her bizarre breakdancing routine which saw her score zero points. Before heading to France for the Olympics, Gunn - better known by her stage name Raygun - published a research paper examining breaking's inclusion in the Paris Games, titled: 'The Australian breaking scene and the Olympic …

2024 Logie Awards: Controversial breakdancer Raygun appears to mock her infamous Paris Olympics routine as she encourages nominees to 'feel free to pull out her signature moves' in surprise video
7 months, 1 week ago

2024 Logie Awards: Controversial breakdancer Raygun appears to mock her infamous Paris Olympics routine as she encourages nominees to 'feel free to pull out her signature moves' in surprise video

Daily Mail  

This video is no longer available This video is no longer available Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn made a surprise appearance at the 2024 TV Week Logie Awards on Sunday night as she addressed her Paris Olympics controversy. The breakdancer, 36, soared to global fame for her disaster performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, which became the competition's most talked-about moment. Rachael …

'Pretty Devastating': Australian Breakdancer Raygun Opens Up On Social Media Trolling After Olympics 2024 Performance
7 months, 2 weeks ago

'Pretty Devastating': Australian Breakdancer Raygun Opens Up On Social Media Trolling After Olympics 2024 Performance

ABP News  

Rachael "Raygun" Gunn, an Australian breakdancer at the Paris Olympics 2024, faced intense social media scrutiny and trolling over her performance, which included moves likened to a kangaroo and sliding on the floor. Breaking made its Olympic debut in Paris, intended to attract a younger audience, but Gunn's performance drew negative attention. ALSO ON ABP Live | Lakshya Sen Tells …

Australian Olympic breakdancer Rachael Gunn 'devastated' with all the 'hate' messages: 'Stop harassing my family'
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Olympic breakdancer Rachael Gunn 'devastated' with all the 'hate' messages: 'Stop harassing my family'

Hindustan Times  

Australian breakdancer Rachael Gunn, also known as B-girl Raygun, has spoken out about the intense backlash she faced following her performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Gunn also addressed the widespread allegations and misinformation circulating online, including claims that she and her husband manipulated the selection process to secure her spot on the Australian Olympic team. In response, Gunn urged …

Breaker Raygun ‘devastated’ by backlash after Paris Olympics performance
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Breaker Raygun ‘devastated’ by backlash after Paris Olympics performance

Al Jazeera  

Australian Rachael Gunn said she was not prepared for the level of negative attention she received after her Olympic debut. Australian breaker Rachael Gunn has said the backlash to her much-ridiculed Olympic breaking performance was “devastating”, stressing that she took the competition seriously and gave it her best effort. I worked my butt off preparing for the Olympics and I …

Raygun reveals impact of ‘devastating’ breaking criticism at Olympics
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Raygun reveals impact of ‘devastating’ breaking criticism at Olympics

The Independent  

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Olympian reveals what happened when Raygun returned to the athletes' village after viral breakdancer's disastrous Paris performance
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Olympian reveals what happened when Raygun returned to the athletes' village after viral breakdancer's disastrous Paris performance

Daily Mail  

Ariarne Titmus has lifted the lid on the reception Raygun received when she returned to the Olympic village following her woeful breakdancing performance. The AOC have also angrily smashed an online petition which called for an inquiry into the selection process that led to Raygun representing Australia on the world stage. And swimming champion Titmus, speaking on The Project on …

Australian breaker Rachael Gunn says ridicule of her Olympic performance has been ‘devastating’
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian breaker Rachael Gunn says ridicule of her Olympic performance has been ‘devastating’

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Australian breaker Rachael Gunn said the backlash to her much-ridiculed Olympic performance has been “devastating,” adding Thursday that she took the competition seriously and gave her best effort. Meanwhile, the Australian Olympic Committee criticized an anonymous online petition attacking the Paris Games competitor, saying it was “vexatious, misleading and bullying.” “I didn’t realize that that would also open …

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