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Raygun responds to Olympics breakdancing performance hate

Rachael Gunn apologized for the backlash against her breakdancing performance at the Paris Olympics and addressed the hate she received.

Raygun gives surprise performance of her viral Olympics moves days after announcing her retirement

Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn's recent performance after announcing retirement raises questions about her future in breakdancing.

Raygun, the Olympic breakdancer who became a laughing stock, says she is retiring because of the backlash

Rachael Gunn's retirement from breakdancing follows harmful online scrutiny and misinformation impacting her experience post-Olympics.

Here's how much Raygun has made from her breaking fame - and it may shock you

Rachael Gunn seeks regular employment while balancing her growing but limited fame after the Paris Olympics.

Viral breakdancer Raygun to stop competing after Olympics backlash

Rachael Gunn, the Australian break-dancer, has decided not to compete in elite competitions again following backlash and scrutiny after the Paris Olympics.

Australian breaker Raygun retires after Olympics backlash

Rachael Gunn withdrew from competitive breakdancing due to backlash following her viral Olympic routine.

Raygun responds to Olympics breakdancing performance hate

Rachael Gunn apologized for the backlash against her breakdancing performance at the Paris Olympics and addressed the hate she received.

Raygun gives surprise performance of her viral Olympics moves days after announcing her retirement

Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn's recent performance after announcing retirement raises questions about her future in breakdancing.

Raygun, the Olympic breakdancer who became a laughing stock, says she is retiring because of the backlash

Rachael Gunn's retirement from breakdancing follows harmful online scrutiny and misinformation impacting her experience post-Olympics.

Here's how much Raygun has made from her breaking fame - and it may shock you

Rachael Gunn seeks regular employment while balancing her growing but limited fame after the Paris Olympics.

Viral breakdancer Raygun to stop competing after Olympics backlash

Rachael Gunn, the Australian break-dancer, has decided not to compete in elite competitions again following backlash and scrutiny after the Paris Olympics.

Australian breaker Raygun retires after Olympics backlash

Rachael Gunn withdrew from competitive breakdancing due to backlash following her viral Olympic routine.
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#olympics

An ailing Olympic movement turns to Paris for salvation

The new sport for the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad is breaking, commonly known as break dancing, highlighting a shift towards more unconventional and modern athletic competitions.

Who's That Black Break Dancer on the Olympic Team?

Breakdancing (breaking) will make its Olympic debut at the 2024 Summer Games in Paris, showcasing talents from a diverse range of countries and athletes.

She Fled the Taliban. Now She's an Olympic Breaker

Breaking served as a calming escape for Manizha Talash from the challenges she faced growing up in Afghanistan, leading her to pursue it as an Olympic athlete.

It's not about Raygun': Breakdancers speak out on Olympics row

The uproar over the Australian breakdancer's performance overshadowed the achievements of other medal-winning dancers, highlighting cultural insensitivity in the criticism.

Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn Complains Of 'So Much Hate' From Her Olympic Breakdancing Performance

Criticism of Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn's Olympic breakdancing performance highlights cultural appropriation and allegations of unethical behavior within the hip-hop community.

To Show and Prove' Is a Requirement in Hip-Hop

The Raygun Olympics incident illustrates the potential colonization and distortion of hip-hop culture within academia, threatening its authentic representation.

An ailing Olympic movement turns to Paris for salvation

The new sport for the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad is breaking, commonly known as break dancing, highlighting a shift towards more unconventional and modern athletic competitions.

Who's That Black Break Dancer on the Olympic Team?

Breakdancing (breaking) will make its Olympic debut at the 2024 Summer Games in Paris, showcasing talents from a diverse range of countries and athletes.

She Fled the Taliban. Now She's an Olympic Breaker

Breaking served as a calming escape for Manizha Talash from the challenges she faced growing up in Afghanistan, leading her to pursue it as an Olympic athlete.

It's not about Raygun': Breakdancers speak out on Olympics row

The uproar over the Australian breakdancer's performance overshadowed the achievements of other medal-winning dancers, highlighting cultural insensitivity in the criticism.

Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn Complains Of 'So Much Hate' From Her Olympic Breakdancing Performance

Criticism of Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn's Olympic breakdancing performance highlights cultural appropriation and allegations of unethical behavior within the hip-hop community.

To Show and Prove' Is a Requirement in Hip-Hop

The Raygun Olympics incident illustrates the potential colonization and distortion of hip-hop culture within academia, threatening its authentic representation.
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After years of spinning on his head, a breakdancer grew a scalp tumor

A man developed a scalp tumor from breakdancing, underscoring the need for awareness of injuries in this sport.

Breakdancers at risk for "headspin hole," doctors warn

Breakdancing can lead to significant scalp injuries, including a rare condition called 'headspin hole,' necessitating medical intervention.

Breakdancers told too many headspins could give them a cone-head'

Breakdancing may cause a unique injury known as 'breakdance bulge,' resulting from excessive headspins and requiring surgical intervention for some performers.
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iconic footwear parts form kinetic sculpture to celebrate breakdancing's olympic debut

1520 sculpture at Selfridges Manchester celebrates breakdancing's energy and fluidity.

Taku Obata and Avant Arte Release B BOY SEIDOU Bronze Sculpture | stupidDOPE

Obata's B BOY SEIDOU blends breakdancing and sculpture, showcasing the dynamic intersection of movement and fine art.

iconic footwear parts form kinetic sculpture to celebrate breakdancing's olympic debut

1520 sculpture at Selfridges Manchester celebrates breakdancing's energy and fluidity.

Taku Obata and Avant Arte Release B BOY SEIDOU Bronze Sculpture | stupidDOPE

Obata's B BOY SEIDOU blends breakdancing and sculpture, showcasing the dynamic intersection of movement and fine art.
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Raygun and Australian officials speak out against hate' over Olympic breaking

Bullying and harassment towards B-girl Raygun following her performance at the Paris Olympics were condemned by the Australian Olympic Committee.

Raygun apologises to breaking community but defends record in wake of viral Paris Olympics performance

Rachael Raygun Gunn apologized for backlash following her controversial Paris Olympics performance, asserting her position as Australia's best female breakdancer.

Raygun and Australian officials speak out against hate' over Olympic breaking

Bullying and harassment towards B-girl Raygun following her performance at the Paris Olympics were condemned by the Australian Olympic Committee.

Raygun apologises to breaking community but defends record in wake of viral Paris Olympics performance

Rachael Raygun Gunn apologized for backlash following her controversial Paris Olympics performance, asserting her position as Australia's best female breakdancer.
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How an Olympic breakdancer could help higher ed bust a move

Rachael Gunn's Olympic performance underscores the disconnect between academic knowledge and practical skill in breakdancing.

What's more important, my dream or the women of Afghanistan?': breakdancer Manizha Talash on her Olympic protest

Manizha Talash prioritized advocating for Afghan women over winning at the Olympics, expressing empowerment through her breakdance performance.
Removing political barriers, she aimed to inspire Afghan girls, showing transformation from oppression. But faced disqualification.

How an Olympic breakdancer could help higher ed bust a move

Rachael Gunn's Olympic performance underscores the disconnect between academic knowledge and practical skill in breakdancing.

What's more important, my dream or the women of Afghanistan?': breakdancer Manizha Talash on her Olympic protest

Manizha Talash prioritized advocating for Afghan women over winning at the Olympics, expressing empowerment through her breakdance performance.
Removing political barriers, she aimed to inspire Afghan girls, showing transformation from oppression. But faced disqualification.
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Juxtapoz Magazine - OSGEMEOS: Endless Story @ Hirschhorn Museum Highlights the Fall Season

OSGEMEOS embodies the spirit of 1980s graffiti and breakdancing, showcasing their unique artistic narrative influenced by their Brazilian upbringing and hip-hop culture.
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Breakdancing Is Now an Olympic Sport, But the Hip-Hop Community of Paris Is Skeptical

Breakdancing is viewed as an art form before being considered a sport, belonging to the streets and fostering community.

The Privilege To Fail: How Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn's Olympic Routine Made Breakdancing A Global Joke

Breakdancing originated in 1970s NYC as a unique art form combining elements of aerobics, gymnastics, and street battles.

Breakdancing Is Now an Olympic Sport, But the Hip-Hop Community of Paris Is Skeptical

Breakdancing is viewed as an art form before being considered a sport, belonging to the streets and fostering community.

The Privilege To Fail: How Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn's Olympic Routine Made Breakdancing A Global Joke

Breakdancing originated in 1970s NYC as a unique art form combining elements of aerobics, gymnastics, and street battles.
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Watch Phil Wizard and Ami Win Inaugural Breaking Competition at Paris 2024 Olympics

Breakdancing, also known as breaking, made its Olympic debut at Paris 2024 with new gold medalists showcasing their skills and individuality.

For Ukraine's Olympic breakdancers, shining' is more important than winning

Breaking, also known as breakdancing, is making its Olympic debut as a sport in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.

Inside Nike's seven-year design process for the Nike Jam, its first-ever breaking shoe

Nike is breaking its conventional shoe design strategy for specific sports like breakdancing, showcasing adaptability and innovation.

olafur eliasson breakdances behind light installation in his studio for peggy gou's music video

Olafur Eliasson and Peggy Gou collaborated on music video and album cover
Olafur Eliasson shares how breakdancing influenced his artistic work
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