SF Native Eileen Gu Wins Silver for China in Freeski Slopestyle

Gu secures her fourth Olympic medal at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Eileen Gu, a San Francisco native competing for China, won the silver medal in the women's freeski slopestyle final at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics. This marks Gu's fourth Olympic medal, having previously won three medals at the 2022 Beijing Olympics.

Why it matters

Eileen Gu's success at the Olympics as a Chinese-American athlete competing for China has captivated audiences worldwide and highlighted her unique global appeal. Her latest medal continues to cement her status as one of the top freestyle skiers in the world.

The details

Gu put together an impressive run in the women's freeski slopestyle final, earning a silver medal behind the gold medalist. This adds to Gu's growing Olympic medal collection, which now includes four total medals across two Olympic Games.

  • Gu won the silver medal on Monday, February 9, 2026 at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

The players

Eileen Gu

A San Francisco native who competes for China in freestyle skiing events. Gu has now won four Olympic medals across two Games.

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The takeaway

Eileen Gu's continued success at the Olympics as a Chinese-American athlete competing for China has captivated audiences worldwide and solidified her status as one of the top freestyle skiers on the global stage.