Australian Breakdancer Raygun Says Olympics Hate Has Been ‘Devastating’: ‘I Ask the Press to Stop Harassing My Friends and Family’
variety.comZack Sharf Digital News Director Australian breakdancer Rachael Gunn, better known as Raygun, is speaking out against the harassment she has faced since going viral during the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Her unconventional dance moves while competing against the U.S.’s Logan Edra, Lithuania’s Dominika Banevič and France’s Sya Dembélé garnered worldwide attention and led to accusations that Raygun manipulated Australia’s selection process for the Olympics. “I just want to start out by thanking all the people who have supported me,” Raygun said in a video message posted to her Instagram page. “I really appreciate the positivity and I’m glad I was able to bring some joy into your life.
That’s what I hoped. I didn’t realize that would also open the door to so much hate, which frankly has been pretty devastating.” “When I went out there I had fun.
I did take it very seriously,” she continued. “I worked my butt off preparing for the Olympics. I gave my all, truly. I am honored to have been a part of the Australian Olympic team and been a part of breaking’s Olympic debut.” Raygun directed those accusing her of manipulating the Olympic selection process to the Australian Olympic Committee, which has already refuted those claims publicly.
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