Eileen Gu Withdraws from Asian Winter Games Due to Injury

Eileen Gu, the Chinese-American freestyle skier, has announced her withdrawal from the upcoming Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China, due to an injury. This decision comes after Gu suffered a series of falls during the 2025 X Games Aspen, where she competed in the women's street event and ranked fourth. Despite her efforts to recover and participate in the subsequent World Cup events, Gu unfortunately suffered another injury during training, forcing her to pull out of the Asian Winter Games.

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4 February 2025

The incident occurred on January 25, when Gu fell three times during the women's street event at the X Games Aspen, resulting in a severe contusion that left her unable to walk. At the time, Gu expressed her disappointment, stating that her body had reached its limit. The injury has proven to be more severe than initially thought, and Gu has been advised to prioritize her recovery and rehabilitation.

Gu had initially planned to participate in three events at the Asian Winter Games: the freestyle skiing U-shaped venue technique, slope obstacle technique, and big air event. Her withdrawal is a significant blow to the Chinese team, which had been counting on her participation. Despite this setback, Gu has expressed her support for her fellow Chinese athletes, wishing them the best of luck in their competitions. She has also vowed to work closely with her medical team to undergo rehabilitation and return to the competition scene as soon as possible.

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Tue Feb 04 14:36:36 +0800 2025
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Prior to her injury, Gu had been putting in an immense amount of effort, training for up to 12 hours a day. However, her hard work and dedication were hindered by the injury, which left her unable to walk due to a severe contusion. Despite her initial hopes of pushing through the pain, Gu eventually realized that she had to prioritize her health and recovery. The Harbin Asian Winter Games were supposed to be a pivotal event for Gu, as she aimed to showcase her skills and bring home medals for China. Unfortunately, her injury has derailed those plans, leaving her to focus on rehabilitation and recovery.

Gu's history of injuries has been a concern in recent months. In January, she won the slopestyle event at the World Cup in Lax but later withdrew from the X Games and the World Cup in Aspen due to her injuries. Her determination to push through the pain and compete at the highest level has been admirable, but it appears that her body has reached its limit. In her statement, Gu expressed her disappointment and frustration with the situation, stating that she is "heartbroken" to miss the Harbin Asian Winter Games. However, she remains committed to her rehabilitation and has vowed to work closely with her medical team to recover as quickly as possible.

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Tue Feb 04 14:38:04 +0800 2025
望早日康复!谷爱凌:在训练中不幸再次受伤,将退出哈尔滨亚冬会谷爱凌@青蛙公主爱凌更新社媒,表示再度受伤将退出哈尔滨亚冬会。哈尔滨亚冬会将于2025年2月7日到2月14之间举办。谷爱凌写道:我在AspenXgames比赛受伤后,为了能参加紧接其后的世界杯比赛,在训练中不幸再次受伤。今天我不得不怀着沉重的心情退出盼望已久的哈尔滨亚冬会。祝中国运动员们取得最好的成绩。我也会积极配合医生康复治疗,争取本赛季尽快回到赛场感谢关心支持我的朋友们!此前1月份谷爱凌在坡面障碍世界杯莱克斯站夺冠后,因伤退出XGames赛事U池和大跳台以及自由式滑雪U型场地世界杯阿斯本站比赛。#谷爱凌退赛亚冬会##谷爱凌说会积极治疗尽快回到赛场#Post picture
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As Gu takes a step back to focus on her recovery, her fans and supporters are wishing her a speedy recovery and looking forward to her return to the slopes. Despite the setback, Gu remains committed to her sport and is expected to make a strong comeback in the future. With her determination and resilience, she is sure to continue inspiring her fans and making a name for herself in the world of freestyle skiing. Gu's goal is to return to the slopes in time for the remainder of the season, and her fans are eagerly awaiting her comeback. The road to recovery will undoubtedly be challenging for Gu, but her resilience and dedication to her craft are expected to aid in her rehabilitation. As she embarks on this journey, the skiing community will be watching with bated breath, hoping for a speedy and successful recovery for this talented athlete.

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