World reacts to Aussie's 'breaking' performance in Paris đ after sport is debuted for first time
Summary
TLDRBreaking, a new sport introduced to the Olympics, has faced mixed reactions. Despite the International Olympic Committee's efforts to diversify with alternative sports like skateboarding and rock climbing, breaking has not been as successful. It has already been removed from the Los Angeles 2028 schedule. Rachel 'Ray Gun' Gun, a 36-year-old competitor, had a disappointing performance, scoring zero in all her battles. The public's response has been largely critical, with much of the mockery happening online. The debate continues over whether breaking should be considered an Olympic-level sport.
Takeaways
- đ Breaking made its debut at the Olympics but faced some confusion and mixed reactions.
- đ€ The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has been introducing alternative sports like skateboarding, BMX, and rock climbing, which have been well-received.
- đïž Breaking has already been removed from the schedule for the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028, indicating it may not be a recurring event.
- đââïž 36-year-old Rachel 'Ray Gun' Gun was a participant in the breaking competition, representing her country in the green and gold.
- đŻ Ray Gun scored zeros in all three of her qualifying battles, which were termed 'battles' rather than 'matches' or 'duels'.
- đ Despite her short time in the spotlight, Ray Gun's effort and participation were acknowledged.
- đ Ray Gun faced online mockery and criticism on social media, highlighting the negative side of public reaction to the event.
- đ€·ââïž There's ongoing debate about whether breaking belongs at the Olympic level, reflecting broader questions about the inclusion of new sports.
- đ„ The human element is emphasized, with a focus on Ray Gun as an individual who gave her best despite the challenges.
- đ It's hoped that Ray Gun doesn't see much of the negative social media attention, showing concern for the impact on the athletes involved.
Q & A
What is the general sentiment towards breaking's debut at the Olympics?
-The sentiment is mixed, with some confusion and disappointment as breaking did not go down as well as the International Olympic Committee might have hoped.
What alternative sports have been successfully included in the Olympics?
-Skateboarding, BMX, and rock climbing have been successfully included and have become solid parts of the Olympic program.
Why was breaking removed from the schedule for the Los Angeles Olympics?
-Breaking was removed because it did not meet the expectations or standards that the International Olympic Committee had for Olympic sports.
Who is Rachel Gun and what is her significance in the breaking debut at the Olympics?
-Rachel Gun is a 36-year-old breaker who participated in the qualifying round of the breaking event at the Olympics. She is significant as she represents the attempt to include breaking in the Olympics.
What was the outcome of Rachel Gun's battles in the qualifying round?
-Rachel Gun scored zeros in all three of her battles, indicating a short-lived time in the spotlight for her.
How has Rachel Gun been received on social media?
-Rachel Gun has faced a lot of mocking online and on social media, which is considered the sad side of the story.
What is the term used for matches in breaking during the Olympics?
-In breaking, the term 'matches' is not used; instead, they are called 'battles.'
What is the debate surrounding breaking's inclusion in the Olympics?
-There is a debate about whether breaking belongs at the Olympic level, considering its nature and the performance of participants like Rachel Gun.
What is the significance of the 'green and gold' mentioned in the script?
-The 'green and gold' refers to the colors of the Australian flag, indicating that Rachel Gun was representing Australia in the Olympics.
What is the broader message about breaking's debut at the Olympics?
-The broader message is that while breaking's debut was not as successful as hoped, it's important to recognize the effort and dedication of the athletes involved, like Rachel Gun.
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