“SHE’S A TRAITOR!” – Enes Kanter Freedom Unleashes Scathing Attack on Eileen Gu, Igniting Olympic Firestorm
Former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom has ignited fresh controversy at the 2026 Winter Olympics after publicly condemning American-born freestyle skier Eileen Gu for representing China. Speaking on The Ingraham Angle, Freedom described Gu as “a traitor,” criticizing her decision to compete for a nation he labeled “the worst human rights abuser on the planet.” Gu, who was born and raised in the United States but competes for China in honor of her mother’s heritage, has once again found herself at the intersection of sport and geopolitics during the Milan-Cortina Games, where she has already secured two silver medals in slopestyle and big air.
The debate intensified as Freedom accused Gu of remaining silent on China’s alleged human rights abuses, drawing parallels to past controversies involving global sports figures. Meanwhile, Gu has defended the Olympic spirit, insisting the Games should transcend politics and unite athletes worldwide. Vice President JD Vance weighed in cautiously, saying eligibility decisions rest with Olympic authorities but affirming his support for athletes representing the United States. With one final event—the halfpipe—still ahead, Gu’s performance may add another medal to her tally, yet the political scrutiny surrounding her choice of representation shows no sign of fading.
