Rachael Gunn discusses mental health following viral Paris Olympics breaking performance

Two years after the 2024 Paris Olympics, Australian breaker Rachael Gunn is addressing the backlash following her performance in the inaugural breaking event. In an upcoming Netflix documentary titled Untold Raygun: Breaking Badly, Gunn reflects on the intense scrutiny and viral criticism she faced after competing on the world stage. The film features interviews with fellow breakers Flix and Tinylocks, who previously voiced disapproval regarding Gunn's performance and the attention it brought to the Australian breaking community. Despite the viral nature of the reaction and unfounded rumors involving her husband, Samuel Free, Gunn states that the documentary has provided her with closure. She confirms she relied on professional mental health support to navigate the pressure surrounding the Games. Gunn now plans to pursue creative projects while continuing to encourage others to embrace their authentic selves.

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