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flag Eileen Gu, a U.S.-born skier now representing China, faces criticism for competing for a country with human rights concerns, despite her ties and financial gains.

flag Eileen Gu, a U.S.-born freestyle skier who competes for China, has drawn criticism for representing a country with authoritarian governance and human rights concerns, despite being raised in the United States. flag While she cites cultural ties and a desire to inspire young athletes in China as reasons for her choice, critics question her motives, noting her substantial earnings from Chinese endorsements and her silence on issues like the treatment of Uyghurs and political dissidents. flag Her decision contrasts with that of other U.S. athletes who have rejected overtures from China due to safety concerns and political history. flag The debate highlights broader tensions over national identity, loyalty, and the influence of foreign states on global athletes.

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