00:00Australian Olympic great Anna Mears expressed her disappointment over the social media trolling
00:06faced by 36-year-old Rachel Gunn, who competes under the name Ray Gunn.
00:13Despite losing her three round-robin contests in breakdancing with an aggregate score of
00:1854-0, Gunn stood out with her unique routine and attire, sparking criticism online.
00:26Gunn, a university lecturer, wore a green and yellow Australian Olympic tracksuit while
00:33her rivals donned streetwear.
00:36Social media users mocked her kangaroo-like movements and headstands.
00:41Gunn, however, defended her performance, emphasising her intent to be artistic and creative.
00:50Mears, the chef de mission for the Australian team in Paris, commended Gunn's courage and
00:56character, criticising the trolling as disappointing.
01:00Gunn, in response to the backlash, encouraged others to embrace their uniqueness and represent
01:08themselves boldly.
01:10Mears highlighted the misogynistic undertones of the criticism, recalling Gunn's struggle
01:16in a male-dominated sport.
01:19Gunn questioned whether male breakdancers would face the same scrutiny for their clothing.
01:24Breaking, originating in 1970s New York, made its Olympic debut in Paris to attract younger
01:31audiences and its inclusion in future games is yet uncertain.
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