Adele Impressed by Breakdancer at Munich Concert

Adele has expressed her enthusiasm for the viral performance of breakdancer Raygun, also known as Rachael Gunn, during the Olympics, calling it “the best thing that’s happened in the Olympics.” Speaking at her concert in Munich on August 10, Adele shared that she and her friends had been laughing about Raygun’s performance for hours, despite the dancer not scoring any points and being eliminated in the round-robin stage after losing all her bouts. Raygun’s unique approach to breakdancing, where she donned a Team Australia tracksuit instead of traditional streetwear, caught the attention of social media users, sparking widespread debate. Adele remarked on the novelty of breakdancing as an Olympic sport, expressing her delight and urging her audience to look up Raygun’s performance, which she described as “so f***ing funny.” Despite her losses, Raygun emphasized her focus on creativity and artistry in her performance, stating that she aimed to be “new, different, and creative” in a competitive field dominated by younger athletes. The inaugural gold medal in breakdancing was awarded to Japan’s Ami Yuasa, who noted that competing at the Olympics was an unexpected achievement for her, having only taken up the sport in her mid-20s. Looking ahead, Raygun defended the inclusion of breakdancing in the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics, even though it will not be featured in the Los Angeles 2028 Games, advocating for its consideration in future Olympic events.