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Rachael "Raygun" Gunn Retires From Competitive Breaking Amid Online Backlash

Australian breaker Rachael Gunn announces her retirement from competition following ridicule and conspiracy theories stemming from her Olympic performance.

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Updated: Nov 6th, 2024, 11:30 PM ET

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Rachael "Raygun" Gunn has announced her retirement from competitive breaking, citing overwhelming scrutiny and backlash from her performance at the Paris Olympics. Despite initially planning to continue, the ridicule and conspiracy theories regarding her qualification took a toll on her mental health. Gunn, who has been a top-ranked B-girl in Australia, expressed her continued love for dancing but plans to only perform recreationally. Her experience has reignited debates regarding the inclusion of breaking in future Olympic Games and the public perception of the sport.

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