Synchronized Swimmer Performs Olympic Routine in Water
- Kristina Makushenko, a four-time world champion in synchronized swimming, performed Raygun's breakdance routine from the 2024 Paris Olympics.
- Raygun's routine impressed spectators with its creativity and uniqueness in the water.
- The performance showcased the fusion of dance and swimming skills in a captivating manner.
Australian breakdancer, known as Gunn, has recently made headlines after her performance at the Summer Games, where she competed under the name "Raygun." Despite her efforts, Gunn scored zero points in her routine, which has since gone viral. The incident drew attention when fellow athlete Makushenko shared a video of her recreating Gunn's choreography in a pool, humorously dubbing it the "Underwater Breakdance Olympics 2024." Makushenko, who has a significant social media following, expressed her aspirations to qualify for the 2028 Olympics. Gunn, a 36-year-old lecturer at Macquarie University, faced criticism for her performance during the Paris Games on August 9. Competing against notable dancers from Team USA, France, and Lithuania, she finished last in the Round Robin portion, failing to earn any points. The backlash on social media was swift, with many users mocking her routine. In a twist, Makushenko, who gained fame for her elaborate underwater dance performances, has been posting videos on TikTok since the COVID-19 pandemic. Her unique style, which includes dancing in high heels to popular songs, has garnered millions of views and significant attention, especially after partnering with Nike swimwear. Having started her journey in swimming, Makushenko transitioned to artistic swimming due to her natural abilities. After retiring from the sport, she moved to Miami to coach, further expanding her influence in the dance community.