Eileen Gu's Success and Controversy
Eileen Gu, freestyle skier, known as 'Genocide Barbie', appears on Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue after winning gold for China in the 2022 Winter Olympics. She chose to compete for China over the USA and faces criticism for supporting Chinese totalitarianism.
Key Points
- Gold medalist in big air and halfpipe events, silver medalist in slopestyle in the 2022 Olympics
- Preparing to compete in the 2026 Olympics for Team China
- Nicknamed 'Genocide Barbie' for her controversial choices
Pros
- Youngest freestyle skiing champion in the 2022 Winter Olympics
- No. 2 top female athlete in earnings with $22.1 million a year
Cons
- Criticism for choosing to compete for China over the USA
- Refusal to address human rights abuses in China