Madison Chock and Evan Bates made history by clinching their fifth title at Skate America 2025 in Lake Placid, New York, with a score of 212.58, defeating Canada's Marjorie LaJoie and Zachary Lagha by 15 points. This victory secures their place in the Grand Prix Final next month in Nagoya, Japan.
Canadian figure skaters Marjorie Lajoie and Zachary Lagha clinched the silver medal in the ice dance event at Skate America, securing a total score of 197.16. The duo's performance places them alongside notable Canadian medallists at the event, as they trail only behind U.S. champions Madison Chock and Evan Bates.
In a thrilling finale at Skate America 2025, reigning world champion Alysa Liu earned her first Grand Prix title, outpacing Japan's Watanabe Rinka. With a score of 214.27, Liu becomes the first U.S. woman to triumph at this event since 2020. She secures her place in the Grand Prix Final alongside teammates next month in Japan.
Alysa Liu, Madison Chock, and Evan Bates made history at the 2025 Saatva Skate America in Lake Placid, clinching gold medals and securing their spots for the ISU Grand Prix Final. Liu became the first U.S. woman to win Skate America in nearly a decade, while Chock and Bates tied the record for most ice dance titles. Full results are available.
Jason Brown returns to figure skating's Grand Prix season, unveiling a nostalgic tribute to his Olympic past with a reimagined Riverdance program. As a two-time Olympic veteran, Brown aims for a third consecutive Olympic bid after showcasing his athleticism at Skate America 2025. His journey reflects resilience and gratitude towards fans.
Laurence Fournier Beaudry, formerly of Canada, has officially become a French citizen, allowing her to compete for France at the Milan-Cortina Olympics alongside partner Guillaume Cizeron. This marks a notable shift in her career after her prior association with Denmark and follows Cizeron's return from retirement.