Eileen Gu responded firmly after JD Vance criticized her decision not to represent the United States in international competition. She defended her choice, emphasizing personal identity, cultural background, and athletic opportunity. The exchange sparked debate online about nationality, representation, and the pressures elite athletes face when competing on the global stage.

Under the dazzling lights of San Siro Stadium in Milan, the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics combined music, flags, and international pride in a spectacle

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