Under-fire Olympian Rachael “Raygun” Gunn spoke out for the first time on Thursday as the backlash over her controversial Paris Games performance continues to grow. Raygun said that she has been heartbroken by the “pretty devastating” online hate she has faced since her breakdancing routine in Paris, where she was mocked for imitating a kangaroo and a snake.
Since the closing ceremony, the 36-year-old university lecturer has kept a low profile by going on holiday with her husband and coach, Samuel Free, rather than returning to Australia with other Olympians. However, on Thursday, Raygun reappeared to address her performance, the backlash it sparked, and the “misinformation” that has been circulating.
Explaining Her Side of the Story
“Hi everyone, Raygun here. I just want to start by thanking all the people who have supported me, I really appreciate the positivity and I’m glad I was able to bring some joy into your lives, that’s what I hoped,” …