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The Paralympics Challenge Everything We Think We Know About Sports
The Paralympics offer a spectator experience that's less about overcoming and more about mastery with diverse bodies.

Eileen Gu and Alysa Liu: 2 Olympians, 2 Californians, 2 Countries
The contrasting choices of two Chinese American athletes to compete for China or the US spark debates over loyalty, money, and politics.
Olympians Liu and Gu take different paths, as China-US relations loom
The choices of Chinese American athletes Eileen Gu and Alysa Liu to compete for China or the US spark debate over loyalty, money, and politics.
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Mar. 10, 2026
Olympians Liu and Gu Represent Differing Paths for Chinese Americans
Eileen Gu and Alysa Liu's Olympic choices spark debate over identity and loyalty
Mar. 10, 2026
Olympians Liu and Gu take different paths, dividing opinions
The choices of the Chinese American athletes to compete for the US or China spark debates over loyalty, money, and politics.
Feb. 28, 2026
Rick Celebrini reflects on son Macklin's Olympic experience with Canada
The Golden State Warriors VP of player health and performance was proud to watch his son play for Canada at the Olympics, despite the team's heartbreaking loss in the gold medal game.
Feb. 25, 2026
Young Women Compete on Their Own Terms at Winter Olympics
Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, and Chloe Kim show a new way to compete with joy and authenticity.
Feb. 24, 2026
Eileen Gu's Family Story Emerges Amid 'Lab-Made' Rumours
The gold medalist's inspiring matriarchal upbringing challenges viral speculation about her origins.
Feb. 24, 2026
Olympic Stars Earn Millions Beyond the Podium
Looks, social media savvy, and NIL deals drive lucrative sponsorships for some Winter Olympians
Feb. 24, 2026
Boomer Esiason blasts Eileen Gu for 'insufferable' Olympic interview answers
Former NFL QB criticized the Chinese-American skier's thoughtful responses during 2026 Winter Games
Feb. 24, 2026
Milan Cortina Paralympics Marks 50 Years as Russian Flag Returns
Ukraine to boycott opening ceremony as Russian athletes compete as neutral athletes
Feb. 23, 2026
Alysa Liu Wins Gold, Eileen Gu Faces Scrutiny in Contrasting Olympic Paths
The triumphs of the American figure skater and Chinese-born freestyle skier ignite debate over identity, loyalty, and U.S.-China relations.
Feb. 22, 2026
East Bay Olympians Shine at Milan Cortina Closing Ceremony
Kristi Yamaguchi and Alysa Liu, both from the Bay Area, had memorable moments at the 2026 Winter Games.
Feb. 22, 2026
AP Photographers Showcase Favorite Milan Cortina Olympic Shots
Photojournalists select top images from thousands captured at the 2026 Winter Games.
Feb. 22, 2026
Eileen Gu wins second straight Olympic gold in women's freeski halfpipe
The American-born skier, competing for China, honors the loss of her grandmother with her historic victory.
Feb. 22, 2026
Eileen Gu claims she's been 'physically assaulted' over representing China at Olympics
The Olympic skier says she's faced backlash, death threats, and even a robbery since choosing to compete for China instead of the US.
Feb. 21, 2026
Warriors Urge Fans to Support Macklin Celebrini in Olympic Gold Medal Match
Gary Payton II delivers a message to the Bay Area ahead of USA-Canada hockey showdown.
Feb. 21, 2026
Eileen Gu Laughs Off 'Gold Lost' Question, Reminds World of Her Accomplishments
The Olympian made it clear she has nothing left to prove and is not interested in treating silver like failure.
Feb. 17, 2026
Eileen Gu Continues Olympic Medal Haul, Sparking Debate
The Bay Area native who competes for China adds another silver medal to her collection, fueling her position as a geopolitical lightning rod.
Feb. 15, 2026
Eileen Gu 'Disappointed' at Lack of Support for Packed Olympic Schedule
The American-born Olympian competing for China says the schedule is 'unfair' and 'punishing excellence'.
Feb. 14, 2026
NBC Host Chuckles at Awkward 'Penis Gate' Olympics Question
Mike Tirico responds to Dan Patrick's inquiry about covering ski jumping scandal.
Feb. 11, 2026
Olympic Skier Eileen Gu Faces Backlash for Criticizing Trump While Competing for China
The American-born athlete has drawn criticism for her comments on Trump's statement about U.S. Olympian Hunter Hess.
Feb. 10, 2026
Olympian Eileen Gu's Swimsuit Photo Sent Fans Into A Frenzy
The 22-year-old freestyle skier has turned heads both on and off the slopes during the 2026 Winter Olympics.