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Chock & Bates: Beyond the Ice After Olympic Silver
26 Mar
Summary
- Husband-wife ice dance duo achieved silver at the 2026 Olympics.
- They decided not to compete at the World Championships.
- Madison has designed costumes, while Evan served as flag bearer.
One week after the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, ice dance champions Madison Chock and Evan Bates are embarking on a post-Olympic tour. The husband-wife duo, who won silver in the individual discipline, have announced their withdrawal from the World Figure Skating Championships.
This decision stems from their satisfaction with their Olympic performances, which they feel represented their best efforts. Bates noted the disappointment of the result but emphasized fulfillment with their journey and performance.
While not considering retirement, Chock and Bates are entering a new phase of their careers. Bates was honored as Team USA's male flag bearer for the closing ceremonies, and Chock has been designing costumes for skaters.
Their career highlights include numerous championship titles, but they are now looking towards inspiring future generations and exploring creative endeavors beyond competitive skating.
The couple revealed their strong partnership is built on shared growth mindsets and enjoying each other's company despite differences, which fuels their success both on and off the ice.
