Raygun became an overnight sensation after her performance in Paris at the 2024 Olympics went viral.
The Australian breakdancer has also captured the interest of American late night host Jimmy Fallon, who mocked her on his Tonight Show on Monday night.
In the clip, Fallon discussed Raygun’s headline-making dance routine, saying: ‘Breakdancing made its Olympics debut and everybody is talking about the competitor from Australia, Raygun’.
He then played a clip of the routine before adding that ‘she actually received zero points for that’, to laughter from the audience.
‘You have to wonder where Raygun is right now,’ Jimmy pondered, at which point comedian Rachel Dratch appeared on stage, dressed in Raygun’s Olympic uniform.
The Saturday Night live actress mimicked Raygun’s routine, with Jimmy hilariously joining in.
The routine left Jimmy and the audience in stitches as Rachel did her version of her infamous kangaroo hop and sprinkler moves.
The 36-year-old, whose real name is Rachael Gunn, garnered attention after awkwardly squirming on the dance floor, displaying a much lower skill level than many of her competitors.
Raygun captured the interest of American late night host Jimmy Fallon (right), who mocked her on his Tonight Show on Monday night
On Saturday, she was dubbed ‘the Queen of Australia’ in a new viral video shared to Facebook by comedians The Inspired Unemployed.
In the clip, she danced down the street with the duo, showing off the skills that made her famous.
However, not everyone was impressed, with several comments below the video sharing harsh opinions on the athlete.
‘Pathetic! She made a mockery of the sport and took the opportunity away from a real Aussie breakdancer,’ wrote one person.
‘You have to wonder where Raygun is right now’ Jimmy asked, at which point comedian Rachel Dratch (pictured) appeared on stage, dressed in Raygun’s Olympic uniform
The Saturday Night live actress mimicked Raygun’s routine, with Jimmy hilariously joining in
‘This is what happens when you give participation awards…’ said another person while one more added, ‘Omg! Don’t encourage her! It was embarrassing the 1st time’.
‘This made me so angry. You know how many EXCELLENT breakdance champions there are in Australia,’ someone else said.
‘They treat it seriously and are effing talented and amazing to watch. How did this woman get selected to represent us over other experts??’ they added.
‘Worst Australian Olympian ever, I wouldn’t describe her as iconic,’ one more chimed in.
Others defended the dancer, with one person saying: ‘All these embarrassed and offended people have done what for the country?
At least Raygun has brought joy to many. Having a go and having a fun time in the process is the definition of Australian spirit I reckon,’ they added.
On Saturday, Raygun was dubbed ‘the Queen of Australia’ in a new viral video shared by comedians The Inspired Unemployed (pictured)
‘She is an icon! Leave her alone! She represented our Country! And everyone is talking about her! Enjoy the ride kids!’ someone else said.
Yet another added: ‘This woman has more talent in her little finger than half the commentators. Don’t ever stop dancing!!!!’
Raygun competed in three qualifying rounds on Friday, and the Australian ultimately scored no points against any of her three rivals.
She is, however, Australia’s top-ranking breakdancer and a creative arts researcher specialising in ‘the cultural politics of breakdancing’ at Sydney’s Macquarie University.
Shortly after her performance on the world stage, she broke her silence by sharing a cryptic message on Instagram.
Reposting a message from the ‘Breaking for Gold’ account, she quoted herself saying: ‘Don’t be afraid to be different. Go out there and represent yourself, you never know where that’s gonna take you.’
Raygun is Australia’s top-ranking breakdancer and a creative arts researcher specialising in ‘the cultural politics of breakdancing’ at Sydney’s Macquarie University
She competed in three qualifying rounds last Friday, and the Australian ultimately scored no points against any of her three rivals
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