Breakdancing officials spill how Raygun managed to nab an Olympic spot.
Ever since the now-infamous Raygun took the Olympic breakdancing stage, people have been asking one burning question: How on Earth did she even get there?
The Australian breakdancing community has been buzzing with disbelief after Raygun’s performance left audiences scratching their heads—and not in admiration.
Raygun’s shift from top contender to viral sensation.
So how did Raygun go from a top contender at the selection event to a viral sensation for all the wrong reasons?
Backtracking a bit—let’s dive into Raygun’s backstory.
Rachael Gunn, better known as Raygun, grew up in Melbourne and fell in love with breaking at an early age.
Inspired by hip-hop culture, she trained for years, honing her craft at underground dance battles across Australia.
But unlike many of her peers, Raygun leaned heavily into the “artistic” side of breaking rather than its competitive edge.
Raygun’s moves explained.
Her unique style blends traditional breaking moves with interpretive dance elements—often inspired by the environment around her.
Yep, we’re talking kangaroos, gum trees, and the whole Aussie outback vibe.
Raygun wasn’t just breaking for herself—she became a passionate advocate for the sport’s history and cultural roots.
“I want to represent the heart of breaking,” she told an Australian news outlet before heading to the Olympics.
“It’s about art and expression, not just tricks.”
So how exactly did Raygun manage to break (pun intended) into the elite level of competitive breaking?
The mystery of Raygun’s Olympic journey unraveled.
It seems that mystery has finally been unraveled.
AusBreaking, Australia’s official governing body for the sport, has come forward to explain exactly how Raygun snagged her spot on the Olympic team.
Their statement? The selection process wasn’t as shady as the internet might think.
The surprising transparency of Australia’s Olympic selection revealed.
According to the official line, “The selection process for Australia’s breaking team heading to Paris was conducted over two days and was open to all participants from the Oceanic region.”
That’s right, it wasn’t some closed-door decision made in a smoke-filled room; it was an open call.
The organization emphasized that the process adhered to strict regulations set by the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) and aligned with International Olympic Committee (IOC) standards.
The truth behind Raygun’s selection exposed.
But here’s where things get interesting.
The process involved a panel of nine international adjudicators, a head judge, and a chairperson—each highly respected in the global breaking scene.
“These judges are trained to uphold the highest standards of impartiality,” AusBreaking stated.
“They used the same judging system that will be applied in Paris, ensuring consistency.”
So, how did Raygun come out on top? Simple: It was based solely on her performance during that two-day selection event.
Yep, no secret handshake or backdoor deal—just pure, raw talent.
But wait, was that talent we saw during her Olympic performance?
Raygun scores zero points.
Raygun’s Olympic performance left many scratching their heads after three rounds of heats resulted in—brace yourselves—a solid zero points.
The judges, however, were keen on calling her moves “original,” which feels like a kind way of saying, “Well, at least you tried.”
Judge Martin Gilian was quick to defend her creative approach: “Breaking is all about originality.”
Gilian added, “Raygun’s moves were inspired by her surroundings—like a kangaroo.”
So while the internet might be laughing, Raygun’s standing tall—kangaroo-inspired moves and all.
At the very least, she’ll be remembered long after the gold medalists have faded into the background.