Rachael Gunn Retires from Breakdancing Competitions

Rachael Gunn, known as B-Girl Raygun, has announced her retirement from competitive breakdancing following the backlash she received after her performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Gunn, a 37-year-old university lecturer, was criticized for her unconventional moves and failed to score in any of her competition rounds, leading to widespread ridicule and conspiracy theories about her qualification. The intense scrutiny and viral nature of her Olympic debut have made her reconsider competing, despite her initial intent to continue. Gunn expressed that she still enjoys dancing privately but is stepping away from public competitions due to the overwhelming negative attention. Her experience has highlighted issues regarding the perception of breaking as an Olympic sport. Additionally, Gunn has launched a dance competition challenging critics to showcase their skills, turning the negative attention into a positive opportunity.