Sato Shun of Japan topped the leaderboard with an impressive 94.13 points in the short program at the 2025 Grand Prix Cup of China. He surpassed Daniel Grassl of Italy, who secured second with 90.42, and Kazakhstan's Mikhail Shaidorov in third at 88.33. Crowd favorite Cha Junhwan sits in seventh, struggling after a mid-program mistake.
At the 2025 Grand Prix Cup of China, Anastasiia Metelkina and Luka Berulava dominate the pairs short program, achieving a personal best of 77.77 points. Olympic champions Sui Wenjing and Han Cong return to competition, placing third (72.45 points) despite an opening error. Sara Conti and Niccolo Macii sit second with 73.41 points.
Madison Chock and Evan Bates lead the ice dance event, while Alysa Liu tops the women's competition on Day 1 of the 2025 Cup of China. Performing to a Lenny Kravitz medley, Chock and Bates secured 84.44 points, the best rhythm dance score this season. Liu's emotional routine includes a triple Lutz-triple loop combination, rising to the top.
Madison Chock and Evan Bates celebrated their first Grand Prix title of the season at the 2025 Cup of China in Chongqing, scoring 208.25 points. The three-time world champions led the ice dance field with a free dance that showcased their captivating performance. They’ll prepare for the upcoming Skate America in Lake Placid.
In an exhilarating finish at the Cup of China 2025, Amber Glenn surged from third to first to defend her women's title, clinching victory with a score of 214.78. The US skater outperformed teammate Alysa Liu, who finished second with 212.07. Japan’s Watanabe Rinka took bronze. Glenn showcased resilience amidst neck pain, highlighting her mental strength in this pivotal Grand Prix event.
Amber Glenn triumphed at the Cup of China, overcoming neck pain to secure victory over U.S. teammate Alysa Liu, finishing with 214.78 points. Liu, previous world champion, landed in second. In men's competition, Shun Sato claimed gold, while Madison Chock and Evan Bates won ice dance. A crucial event for Olympic hopefuls!