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Hunter Hess, an American halfpipe skier, responded to Donald Trump's criticism by making an 'L' gesture on his forehead after qualifying for the Winter Olympics.

American freeskier Hunter Hess responds to criticism from former President Trump by making an 'L' gesture after his Olympic qualifying run.

In the men's freestyle skiing qualification, competitors aimed for advancement rather than high scores, with Hunter Hess recalling a character from a cult film.

Halfpipe snowboarders Hunter Hess and Gus Kenworthy are set to compete in the Olympics despite facing threats and ridicule from Donald Trump.

American athletes are facing criticism and political controversy as they prepare for the Olympics in Milan-Cortina, primarily centered around freestyle skier Hunter Hess's statements.

Freestyle skier Hunter Hess has ignited a heated discussion regarding the state of affairs in the United States, leading to calls for his exclusion from the Olympics due to his non-political but controversial remarks.

An Olympic athlete expressed outrage over Donald Trump's criticisms of him, calling the situation embarrassing.

Eileen Gu, an American-born Olympic skier representing China, faces social media backlash for her remarks regarding President Trump's critique of U.S. Olympian Hunter Hess.

American athletes at the Winter Olympics have publicly criticized President Donald Trump amidst a backdrop of national division.

U.S. cross-country skier Lauren Jortberg criticizes President Donald Trump for calling freestyle skier Hunter Hess a 'loser.'

Donald Trump criticized US skier Hunter Hess, calling him 'a big loser', which sparked backlash from other American athletes.

President Trump criticized Olympian Hunter Hess for his cautious remarks about representing the United States at the Winter Olympics.

President Trump criticized Olympic skier Hunter Hess, calling him an 'outright loser' in response to the athlete's comments on representing the US.

U.S. President Donald Trump harshly criticized skier Hunter Hess after Hess expressed concern about issues in the U.S. during the Winter Olympics.

American skater Hunter Hess responds to President Trump's call for his exclusion from the Winter Olympics in Italy, defending his participation and expressing love for his country.

Chloe Kim expressed the importance of athletes voicing their opinions after Trump labeled a fellow athlete a 'loser' for criticizing US immigration enforcement.

Hunter Hess expressed excitement about representing Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics, despite previous mixed feelings that attracted criticism from former President Trump.

Eileen Gu and Chloe Kim respond to Donald Trump's derogatory comments about athlete Hunter Hess concerning his views on representing the US amidst immigration controversies.

Sen. Bernie Sanders defended Olympic skier Hunter Hess, who expressed mixed emotions about representing the U.S., after President Trump labeled him a 'real loser.'

Donald Trump criticized US Olympic athletes on social media, sparking backlash and increased hostility towards them.

Freestyle skier Hunter Hess expressed mixed feelings about representing the US at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, criticizing Trump's political stance on immigration.

Donald Trump criticized Olympic skier Hunter Hess for expressing mixed feelings about representing the US at the Winter Games, labeling him a 'real loser.'

Donald Trump criticized U.S. freestyle skier Hunter Hess after Hess expressed difficulty in representing America at the 2026 Winter Olympics, reflecting broader political tensions in the U.S.

Donald Trump criticized US Olympic skier Hunter Hess for speaking out against negative practices in the US, calling him a 'loser' and stating he shouldn't have participated in the Olympics.

President Trump criticizes American freeskiing athlete Hunter Hess for having mixed feelings about representing the USA in the Olympics, calling him a 'real zero.'

Donald Trump insulted American skier Hunter Hess for expressing mixed feelings about representing the U.S. in the upcoming 2026 Olympics.

Freestyle skier Hunter Hess expresses mixed feelings about representing the USA at the upcoming Olympics due to recent domestic unrest, prompting a terse response from former President Donald Trump.

Donald Trump criticized Olympian Hunter Hess, labeling him a 'real loser' for expressing mixed feelings about representing the U.S. at the 2026 Winter Olympics amidst current national issues.

Former President Donald Trump criticized Olympic freeskier Hunter Hess for expressing conflicting feelings about representing the United States at the Olympics.

Donald Trump criticizes freestyle skier Hunter Hess for expressing doubts about representing the U.S. amid political controversies, igniting backlash from MAGA supporters.

President Donald Trump criticized Olympic skier Hunter Hess for expressing conflicting feelings about representing the USA during the Winter Games in Italy.

President Trump criticized Olympic skier Hunter Hess for his remarks about not fully representing the United States at the upcoming Winter Olympics.

Mike Eruzione criticized Team USA skier Hunter Hess for his comments about not fully representing the U.S. at the Olympics.

The article discusses American athlete Hunter Hess's public criticism of the U.S. during the Olympics, highlighting a growing discontent within the country.

Freestyle skier Hunter Hess expressed mixed feelings about representing the United States at the Winter Olympics, prompting a backlash from Jake Paul.