Eileen Gu's bid for a second gold medal at the Beijing Games was delayed on February 13, 2022, as gusty wind and snow forced the postponement of the women's ski slopestyle qualifier.
What happened?
The qualifying round was rescheduled to Monday, February 14, 2022, with the final set to take place on Tuesday, February 15, 2022.
The men's slopestyle qualification was also affected, moving from Monday to Tuesday, with the final now scheduled for Wednesday, February 16, 2022.
Why it matters for Eileen Gu
Eileen Gu, who won gold in big air on February 8, 2022, was already at the top of the hill, preparing for warmup runs when the qualifying round was postponed due to poor weather conditions.
The 18-year-old from San Francisco, who chose to represent China, the country where her mother is from, has become a star in China, sparking a massive celebration on social media after her big air victory.
What comes next?
The postponement avoids a clash with the Super Bowl, which is being televised on the Olympic network, NBC, on Sunday, February 13, 2022.
Eileen Gu will now have to wait an extra day to compete in the ski slopestyle qualifier, but she remains a strong contender for a second gold medal at the Beijing Games.
The weather conditions on Monday will be crucial in determining the outcome of the qualifier, with Gu facing stiff competition from other top skiers,
But Gu's experience and skill make her a favorite to advance to the final.
So the stage is set for an exciting competition, with Eileen Gu looking to add to her medal tally at the Beijing Games,
And her fans around the world will be watching closely to see how she performs.
The ski slopestyle event is one of the most popular at the Winter Olympics,
And Eileen Gu's participation has generated a lot of interest and excitement.
On February 14, 2022, Gu will take to the slopes, looking to navigate the challenging course and secure a spot in the final,
And her performance will be closely watched by fans and commentators alike.
The Beijing Games have already seen some thrilling moments,
And the ski slopestyle event is expected to be one of the highlights of the competition.
Eileen Gu's big air victory on February 8, 2022, sparked a massive celebration on social media,
With Sina Weibo, China's massive social network, experiencing temporary server overload due to the high volume of traffic.
The interest in Eileen Gu is not limited to China,
As fans around the world are following her progress at the Beijing Games.
On Monday, February 14, 2022, Gu will face stiff competition in the ski slopestyle qualifier,
But her skills and experience make her a strong contender for a spot in the final.
The weather conditions will play a significant role in determining the outcome of the event,
And Gu will need to adapt quickly to the challenging conditions.
The ski slopestyle course is known for its difficult jumps and rails,
And Gu will need to be at the top of her game to navigate the course successfully.
The competition is expected to be fierce,
With some of the world's top skiers competing for a spot on the podium.
Eileen Gu's participation in the ski slopestyle event has generated a lot of excitement,
And her fans will be watching closely to see how she performs.
The Beijing Games have already seen some thrilling moments,
And the ski slopestyle event is expected to be one of the highlights of the competition.