Olympian Eileen Gu says she feels like a 'punching bag' amid backlash for competing with China over US
Eileen Gu, an American-born skier for Team China, expresses feeling like a target of backlash from critics in the U.S. for her decision to compete for China in the Winter Olympics.
Eileen Gu says she's been 'physically assaulted' over representing China instead of US at Olympics
Eileen Gu, a U.S.-born Olympic athlete, has faced significant backlash and even physical assaults after choosing to represent China in the Olympics instead of the United States.
Eileen, the Money Machine. The 'American Princess' called a traitor continues to compete for China
Eileen Gu, a Chinese freestyle skier and American student, has become the highest-paid athlete at the Olympics, earning significant revenue both through sports and endorsements, despite facing backlash from some American fans.
Cheating revealed during the broadcast – Now the tone has completely changed
Norwegian athlete Sturla Holm Lægreid faced backlash after revealing he cheated on his ex-girlfriend during a post-race interview, leading to widespread media attention and criticism.
The PD Uses Athlete-Police for Anti-Referendum Campaign Ad
The Italian Democratic Party (PD) has faced backlash for using Olympic athletes in a political ad opposing a justice reform referendum.
American short track athlete involved in collision with Kim Gilli closes comment section on social media due to barrage of hateful comments
American short track athlete Corinne Stoddard closed her social media comment section following a flood of negative comments after a collision with South Korean athlete Kim Gilli during a mixed relay race at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Donald Trump berated the athlete
Donald Trump criticizes freestyle skier Hunter Hess for expressing doubts about representing the U.S. amid political controversies, igniting backlash from MAGA supporters.
Americans and Love of Country. Call them if you like, Eruptions
A U.S. athlete expresses discomfort over violence related to Ice events, facing backlash from a Lake Placid hero who suggests removing the uniform.
Cold reception? Vance received deafening boos at the Olympics in Milan
Vance faced significant backlash at the Milan Olympics, drawing deafening boos from the audience.