JOURNAL ARTICLE

FLYING HIGH.

  • Published In: Time International - South Pacific Edition, 2026, v. 207, n. 3/4. P. 28 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Gregory, Sean; Austria, Scharnitz, 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Eileen Gu, a three-time Olympic medalist in freestyle skiing, who has emerged as a prominent figure in the sport and beyond. Gu, who controversially chose to represent China at the 2022 Beijing Olympics instead of her native U.S., has achieved significant success, including becoming the first action-sports athlete to win three medals at a single Olympics. Despite her fame and accomplishments, Gu has faced criticism from both American and Chinese commentators regarding her citizenship and representation. Balancing her athletic career with modeling and academic pursuits at Stanford, Gu emphasizes the importance of pursuing multiple interests and overcoming challenges, including mental health struggles following her Olympic success. As she prepares for the upcoming Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, Gu remains focused on her goals and the impact she can have on inspiring young athletes. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time International - South Pacific Edition. 2026/02, Vol. 207, Issue 3/4, p28
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0818-0628
  • Accession Number:191191097
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