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Australian B-Girl's Paris Olympics Performance Sparks Debate

Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn's viral showing raises questions about breaking's place in the Olympics and the Australian dance community's future.

  • Gunn's performance received mixed reactions, from mockery to support, impacting Australia's breaking community.
  • Australian B-girls report online harassment and increased scrutiny following the global attention.
  • Critics argue the qualifying process for the Olympics excluded many top Australian talents.
  • Some in the community see the viral moment as a chance to unify and elevate the B-girl scene.
  • The controversy overshadows other significant stories from the breaking competition, including notable achievements by other competitors.
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