Australian breakdancer nicknamed Raygun has become a viral sensation following her performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The video of her moves, which included a sprinkler, has been widely memed by commentators on X, with many wondering how she ever represented Australia. Some believe her performance turned breaking, a new sport for the 2024 Olympics, into a joke. But there’s more to Raygun than meets the eye. Here’s a look at who Raygun really is, including her name and previous breaking experience.
Raygun's Olympic Controversy Explained
Raygun is the B-girl name for Rachael Gunn, a 36-year-old lecturer at Macquarie University in Sydney with a PhD in cultural studies.
Raygun, I'm sure you're a sweet lady but man… ?? #BreakingForGold pic.twitter.com/t95L8z2DyA
While her Olympic performances are certainly creative and outside the box, many users on X were confused by her moves. One is confused about how she was the best breaker in Australia, another called her the best at "comedy improv" and another gave her respect for getting "an all-expenses-paid trip to Paris." Ouch.