Only 21 years old, Gu has already accomplished more in her life than most people dream of. In her first Winter Olympics at just 18 years old back in 2022, the San Francisco native opted to compete for China instead of her home country of the United States, and while it drew considerable controversy, she did not let that stop her.

Gymnasts Livvy Dunne, Jordan Chiles and Suni Lee are among the stars featured in this year's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue, with track star Gabby Thomas also making an appearance.

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue launched today, and the brand kicked off its official New York City takeover in the most iconic way: lighting the Empire State Building. Cover stars Salma Hayek Pinault,

Livvy Dunne is having the time of her life in New York City. The retired LSU gymnast is in The Big Apple for the launch of this year’s Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue, and while she’s in town, she’s enjoying all the activities — which include dining on some New York Italian favorites.