Canada's Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier secured silver in ice dance at the 2025 Finlandia Trophy, while Toronto's Stephen Gogolev clinched his first Grand Prix medal with a bronze finish. The trend of competitive performances points to an exciting race for Olympic spots, with strong showings from Canadian skaters ahead of the Grand Prix Final.
In a thrilling finale at the 2025 ISU GP Finlandia Trophy, Japan's Yuma Kagiyama clinched back-to-back victories, securing his place at the Grand Prix Final in Nagoya. Despite jump errors, he scored 270.45 points. France's Adam Siao Him Fa slipped to second, while Canadian Stephen Gogolev earned his first Grand Prix podium in third with 253.61 points.
In a thrilling showdown at the 2025 ISU GP Finlandia Trophy, Japan's Chiba Mone captured the women's title, surpassing Amber Glenn despite Glenn's impressive triple Axel. Chiba's stellar free skate score of 144.33 brought her total to 217.22. Matsuike Rino secured third place, setting the stage for a compelling Grand Prix Final in Nagoya.
Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron of France secured their second Grand Prix victory of the season at the 2025 Finlandia Trophy, triumphing by just 2 points over Canada's Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier. This win marks their qualification for the Grand Prix Final in Nagoya, showcasing a promising debut season together.
The U.S. National Team showcased stellar performances at the 2025 Finlandia Trophy, securing four medals in the final Grand Prix event of the year. Amber Glenn, Alisa Efimova, and Misha Mitrofanov led the charge, with Glenn’s stunning routines solidifying her spot in the upcoming ISU Grand Prix Final alongside other top contenders.
The 2025 Challenger Series Tallinn Trophy kicks off in Estonia from November 25-30, showcasing elite figure skating talent. Eleven U.S. National Team members, including Starr Andrews and Liam Kapeikis, are set to compete in this pivotal event. Follow the action, results, and livestream links for an exhilarating weekend!