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!
Japan’s Sato Shun made waves at the 2025 Cup of China, clinching the men's title for the second consecutive year with a dazzling score of 278.12. Nailing every jump in a flawless performance, Sato holds off Italy's Daniel Grassl for gold while Kazakhstan's Mikhail Shaidorov secures bronze. A triumph ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics!
Anastasiia Metelkina and Luka Berulava triumphed at the 2025 Cup of China, winning gold in pairs figure skating with a score of 139.47 points, narrowly defeating Italy's Conti and Macii. Olympic champions Sui Wenjing and Han Cong thrilled fans by securing bronze in their return to competition after nearly four years.