Eileen Gu, a Winter Olympics champion representing China, has expressed her frustration with the organisers of the Milan and Cortina Winter Olympics after her request for equal practice time was denied. Gu is the only female athlete competing in all three free-skiing disciplines this year and is concerned that the scheduling conflicts undermine her preparation and performance opportunities for each event.

Competing in the big air and slopestyle events, Gu has already earned a silver medal in slopestyle and is gearing up for the halfpipe competition. However, her practice session for the halfpipe coincides with the final for the big air, which raises questions about the fairness of the scheduling and the message it sends regarding support for athletes. Gu's situation highlights the challenges athletes face in balancing multiple events and the need for event organisers to consider equitable preparation opportunities.

The dispute not only points to Gu's individual grievances but also opens a broader conversation about the operational fairness at the Olympic Games. Her call for equal treatment resonates within the athletic community, emphasizing that athletes should have the necessary time to prepare adequately for each of their performances to ensure both competitive integrity and their safety.