That’s the rules for the Olympics. It’s supposed to be a competition against amateur athletes. Therefore, it’s against the rules for her to receive any compensation from the government for her contributions.
I don’t think they’re saying she should be paid for her work in the Olympics. I think they’re saying she is a very talented person who, even outside of this competition, cannot afford rent, which is sad.
You know Olympians don’t get paid right?
I know but she’s from “the greatest country on earth”, competing at the highest level of her sport and the system she lives in can’t provide for her?
That’s just sick.
That’s the rules for the Olympics. It’s supposed to be a competition against amateur athletes. Therefore, it’s against the rules for her to receive any compensation from the government for her contributions.
I don’t think they’re saying she should be paid for her work in the Olympics. I think they’re saying she is a very talented person who, even outside of this competition, cannot afford rent, which is sad.