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Eileen Gu Advances to Olympic Slopestyle Final After Recovery

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At a glance

  • Eileen Gu placed second in the slopestyle qualification round
  • Gu recovered from a fall in her first run to secure a final spot
  • Mathilde Gremaud of Switzerland led the qualification with 79.15

Eileen Gu secured a place in the women’s freeski slopestyle final at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on February 7, 2026, following a strong performance in the qualification round.

Gu began the qualification with a fall during her first run, resulting in a low score of 1.26. She improved significantly in her second run, achieving a score of 75.30, which placed her second overall in the round.

Mathilde Gremaud of Switzerland finished ahead of Gu in the qualification, posting the highest score of 79.15. The qualification round determined which athletes would advance to the final stage of the Olympic event.

Gu’s advancement to the final follows her ongoing participation in elite freestyle skiing competitions while she is enrolled as a student at Stanford University. Her athletic career is also accompanied by endorsement agreements with several major brands, including Victoria’s Secret.

What the numbers show

  • Gu scored 1.26 in her first qualifying run after a fall
  • Her second run earned her 75.30, placing her second overall
  • Gremaud led the qualification with a score of 79.15

The qualification round at the Milan-Cortina Games featured top athletes competing for a place in the final. Gu’s recovery in the second run ensured her progression despite the initial setback.

Her performance in the qualification round demonstrates her ability to continue competing at a high level while managing academic commitments. The Olympic slopestyle final will feature the top qualifiers from this round.

Gu’s endorsement deals reflect her visibility in both the sporting and commercial sectors. These partnerships are maintained alongside her training and competition schedule.

* This article is based on publicly available information at the time of writing.

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