Madison Chock and Evan Bates are on the brink of achieving their fifth title at Skate America 2025. The seasoned U.S. ice dance duo delivered a stellar performance, scoring 84.77 on November 15 in Lake Placid, New York. This impressive score places them ahead of Canada’s Marjorie LaJoie and Zachary Lagha, who scored 77.42.
Chock and Bates’ Title Journey
Chock and Bates first won at Skate America in 2014. They followed up with victories in 2015, 2022, and 2023. With their sights set on the Grand Prix Final next month in Nagoya, Japan, they are likely to qualify, as only the top six teams in each discipline will advance.
Memorable Performances
The duo’s latest performance, featuring a medley by Lenny Kravitz, captivated the audience. They showcased excellence in both technical and artistic components, earning the loudest cheers of the day during the rhythm dance.
Grand Prix Success
- Chock and Bates kicked off their Grand Prix series with a win at the Cup of China three weeks ago.
- Overall, they have secured eight Grand Prix gold medals.
Improvement and Reflections
“We’ve made a lot of improvements since the Cup of China,” said Chock, 33. “We performed really well today, and I’m proud of how we skated.”
Standings at Skate America 2025
| Position | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Madison Chock / Evan Bates | 84.77 |
| 2 | Marjorie LaJoie / Zachary Lagha | 77.42 |
| 3 | Evgeniia Lopareva / Geoffrey Brissaud | 76.72 |
| 5 | Christina Carreira / Anthony Ponomarenko | 72.74 |
In conclusion, Chock and Bates continue to impress with their performances as they strive for another title at Skate America 2025. Their journey showcases their dedication to excellence in ice dance.
