Eileen Gu, the American-born Chinese freestyle skier and a standout athlete at the Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina, has voiced her frustrations over the training times allocated to her event at the Livigno snow park. Despite winning a silver medal in the slopestyle event earlier in the week, Gu finds herself in a tight spot as her participation in the final of the big air event overlaps with the official training session for the halfpipe. Gu emphasizes the need for dedicated training time for halfpipe, contrasting it with her previous competitions, as each event demands unique preparation.

The 22-year-old athlete used her social media platform to detail her struggles, highlighting her attempts to find alternative training arrangements that could accommodate her hectic schedule. Gu requested the option for private training sessions or to train during the time reserved for snowboarders, but her requests were reportedly not met by the organizers. This situation raises questions about the fairness and practicality of the training timetable at such a high-level sporting event, particularly for athletes competing in multiple disciplines.

Having previously claimed two gold medals and one silver at the last Winter Olympics in Beijing, Gu's current complaints may resonate with other athletes facing similar scheduling conflicts. Her openness about the challenges underscores the pressure athletes endure during the Olympics and the importance of optimal training conditions to perform to their best potential. As the competition progresses, how the Olympic Committee addresses these concerns will likely influence the overall experience and performance of the athletes involved.