Madison Chock and Evan Bates Take Break from Competition
Key Questions
Why are Madison Chock and Evan Bates stepping away from competition?
After 15 seasons, the top U.S. ice dance team Madison Chock and Evan Bates are taking a break from competition.
Who is now the top returning U.S. ice dance team?
Zingas/Kolesnik become the top returning U.S. ice dance team following Chock and Bates' decision.
What impact could this have on the ice dance landscape?
This major shift leaves the U.S. ice dance field wide open and could reshape the competitive landscape ahead of the next season.
After 15 seasons, top U.S. ice dance team Madison Chock and Evan Bates are stepping back from competition, leaving the U.S. ice dance field wide open. Zingas/Kolesnik become the top returning team. This major shift could reshape the competitive landscape ahead of the next season.
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Updated Jun 17, 2026