Raygun

2024 - 9 - 4

From Breakdancing to Breakdown: Raygun Opens Up After Olympic Chaos! 🎤💔

Australian Athletes - Breakdancing - Mental Health - Olympics Paris 2024 - Rachael Raygun Gunn - Viral Performances

Aussie breakdancer Rachael "Raygun" Gunn spills the tea on her chaotic post-Olympics experience in a heartfelt interview! #OlympicDrama #Raygun

Rachael "Raygun" Gunn, the breakdancing sensation from Down Under, has emerged from the shadows after her much-discussed performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. In a candid interview, Raygun shared how the international fallout from her routine left her grappling with some serious self-doubt and feelings of anxiety. "This kind of sick feeling started coming out of nowhere," she confessed, exposing the often invisible toll that competition can take on an athlete's mental health. The vibrant spirit that dazzled audiences with her dance moves transformed into one of vulnerability as she navigates the aftermath of her viral Olympic moment.

Despite the uproar and mockery that followed her performance, Raygun tackled the hard questions with her trademark charisma. "What have I done?" she pondered, reflecting on the whirlwind of emotions accompanying her Olympic experience. She acknowledged reaching out for mental health support in the wake of her viral moment, demonstrating a commendable openness about the importance of mental wellness in sports. Raygun's words resonated with many, as she emphasized that athletes, just like everyone else, are human beings with feelings and fears.

In a pointed defense of her skills, Raygun insisted that she knew the competition would be tough and owned her shortcomings with a smile. "I may have lost, but I broke it down on the world stage!" she retorted lightheartedly, highlighting the camaraderie within the breakdancing community. Her willingness to embrace her flaws while simultaneously uplifting others speaks volumes about her character and passion for her craft.

As the media circus dwindles, Raygun focuses on her next steps, eager to reclaim the joy of breaking and inspire future generations of dancers. She's determined to turn the narrative from one of mockery to motivation, urging fellow athletes to seek help when needed and embrace their vulnerabilities. After all, every flip and spin on the dance floor is a reminder that whether in the Olympics or at home, persistence and passion will always take centre stage.

Fun Fact: Breakdancing, also known as breaking, is set to make its Olympics debut in Paris 2024! With its unique blend of street culture and artistic expression, it’s definitely got the potential to be the next big thing in the Games. And did you know that the term "breakdancing" originated from the break in the music, where dancers showcase their skills? So when Raygun busts a move, she’s in tune with history!

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Raygun says attention on her following Olympics put her in a 'state ... (SBS)

Australian breakdancer Rachael "Raygun" Gunn has spoken out for the first time since competing at the 2024 Paris Olympics, saying what transpired afterwards ...

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'This kind of sick feeling started coming out': Raygun details post ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Paris Olympian Rachael Gunn took on some hard questions in a most likeable - and Australian - way.

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'Really sad': Raygun breaks silence after Olympics saga (Education – Australian Associated Press)

Australia's infamous Olympic breakdancer has broken her silence after her performance at the Games went viral. Rachael “Raygun” Gunn's act in Paris ...

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'What have I done?': Raygun breaks silence (The Advertiser)

Infamous Australian breakdancer Raygun has broken her silence in a vulnerable interview for the first time since the Olympics controversy.

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'Mockery': Waleed's brutal Raygun question (NEWS.com.au)

Rachael “Raygun” Gunn has finally faced the music in her first sit down interview since the furore erupted over her controversial Paris Olympic performance.

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Olympic Games Paris 2024: Raygun breaks silence in new interview ... (Wide World of Sports)

Polarising Olympian Rachael "Raygun" Gunn has broken her silence in her first sit-down interview since Paris 2024, apologising to the breaking community ...

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Breakdancer Raygun knew she would lose, sought mental health help (Herald Sun)

Kangaroo-hopping Aussie Olympic breakdancer Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn has opened up on her Paris routine, that became internationally famous for all the wrong ...

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'Really sad': Raygun breaks silence after Olympics saga (Goulburn Post)

Aussie Olympic breakdancer Rachael "Raygun" Gunn says she has needed support after the international fallout from her controversial...

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'OMG, what have I done': Raygun breaks silence on Olympic furore ... (Fox Sports)

'OMG, what have I done': Raygun breaks silence on Olympic furore amid brutal 'mockery' question.

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Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn defends record amid Paris Olympics ... (ESPN)

Rachael "Raygun" Gunn has defended her breakdancing skills and suggested much of the criticism she received for her performance last month at the Paris ...

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Rachel 'Raygun' Gunn says she hasn't watched her viral Olympic ... (ABC News)

Breaker Rachel "Raygun" Gunn has spoken out about her performance at the Paris Olympics, and why she still finds it difficult to process.

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'Really sad': Raygun breaks silence after Olympics saga - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

Australia's infamous Olympic breakdancer has broken her silence after her performance at the Games went viral. Rachael "Raygun" Gunn's act in Paris ...

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Raygun defends record as Australia's best breakdancer (BBC News)

Australian Olympian Rachael Gunn has apologised to the nation's breakdancing community for the “backlash” they have experienced following her controversial ...

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Raygun responds to Olympics breakdancing performance hate (NPR)

The Australian breakdancer who goes by Raygun apologized for the backlash her Paris Olympic Games performance brought to the breakdancing community.

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Hear Raygun apologize to breakdance community after ... (CNN)

In an exclusive interview with Australia's Network 10, breakdancer Rachael Gunn, known as Raygun, apologized to the breakdance community for the backlash ...

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Raygun responds to Olympics breakdancing performance hate (NPR Illinois)

The Australian breakdancer who goes by Raygun apologized for the backlash her Paris Olympic Games performance brought to the breakdancing community.

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Breakdancer Raygun responds to backlash after infamous Olympic ... (The Washington Post)

The Australian academic said she has struggled with her mental health and worried about her and her loved ones' safety, but that dancing remains her ...

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