Hold on to your seats, because Adele just gave her Munich concert a surprising twist! The superstar paused her show to rave about Australia’s latest, and let’s face it, quirkiest Olympic hero: breakdancer Raygun.
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Yes, you read that right. Raygun, whose real name is Rachael Gunn, has become an overnight sensation thanks to her unforgettable Olympic debut in Paris. Imagine this: kangaroo hops, the sprinkler dance, and heaps of Aussie charm and possible influence taken from Les Larbey & Margaret Bland’s Training video. It’s like a dance party with a kangaroo as the guest star!
Adele, clearly amused, stopped mid-concert to share her excitement about Raygun’s performance. “Did anyone see the breakdancing lady?” Adele asked, clearly thrilled. “I didn’t even know breakdancing was an Olympic sport now. That’s just brilliant!” She admitted she and her crew had been laughing non-stop, and even her percussionist Aaron couldn’t stop giggling.
But it wasn’t just Adele who noticed Raygun’s unique style. Aussie Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and team boss Anna Meares showed their support, even though the World DanceSport Federation had mixed feelings. The head judge, MGbility, said Raygun’s routines were original but didn’t quite match the competition’s level. Still, he appreciated her creativity and effort.
Raygun’s performances might not have won medals, but they did win over millions of viewers. It’s not every day you see a breakdancer mixing in kangaroo moves and sprinklers at the Olympics. As they say in breaking: “Train like an athlete but think like an artist.” Raygun’s unique style might not have taken home gold, but it definitely won hearts and a special place in Olympic history.
