Speaking out, Raygun described the “devastating” harassment she endured after the viral success of her Olympic breakdancing act.
Rachael Gunn, who went by the stage name Raygun, became well-known for her act, especially for the “kangaroo dance,” a motion that went viral very fast.
Despite her best efforts, Gunn was unable to qualify for the tournament and was the target of harsh criticism, including skits mocking her performance on American late-night television.
Online critics have charged the Oceania qualifying event organizers in October of being biased, implying
that Gunn was set up to win and casting doubt on the judgment that resulted in her qualification, according to Sky News. The event was held in Sydney.
