Why Is Campbell Wright, a New Zealand-Born Citizen, Competing for Team USA at the Olympics?

Why is Campbell Wright, a New Zealand-born citizen, competing for Team USA at the Olympics?

Campbell Wright previously represented New Zealand in biathlon at the Olympics. This year he's on Team USA. Here's how. (AP photo)

Campbell Wright: Celebrating Team USA, Immigrant Athlete's Imprint on Olympic Games - International Institute of Buffalo

In the spirit of the 2026 Olympics Games in Milan, we’re highlighting world-class immigrant athletes who are currently or have competed for the U.S. National Team. Today, we spotlight Campbell Wright, a rising star in international biathlon competition. Campbell Wright was born to American parents who emigrated from the U.S. to New Zealand, granting him dual citizenship. Wright is recognized internationally for elite biathlon competition—a sport…