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Karina Babenok

“Devastating Blow”: Breakdancer Raygun Moves To Number 1 In World Ranking Amid Criticism

Rachael “Raygun” Gunn was graded first place in the World DanceSport Federation’s rankings despite failing to score a single point at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The breakdancing classification comes as photographs of the athlete hanging out with the rich and famous shed new light on her lifestyle.

The Olympian was spotted at Sydney Airport, Australia, on Monday (September 9) alongside her husband and coach after spending weeks reportedly holidaying in Europe after the Games’ closing ceremony wrapped up in August, Sky News reported on Monday.

Despite performing a controversial routine, with many accusing the researcher in the cultural politics of breaking of overshadowing the discipline with her questionable moves, including a snake jiggle and kangaroo hops, Raygun emerged at the top.

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