Figure skating is a recreational and competitive sport that involves individuals or pairs performing on ice using skates. It combines elements of skating, dance, and acrobatics, with participants executing various figures, moves, jumps, spins, and footwork to music. The sport has several disciplines, including singles, pairs, and ice dance. Competitors are judged on technical performance and artistic impression, with routines designed to showcase both athletic skill and expressiveness. Figure skating is governed by organizations such as the International Skating Union (ISU) and is featured in major events like the Winter Olympic Games and World Championships.
The 2025 U.S. Figure Skating Championships concluded with breathtaking performances that kept audiences on the edge of their seats. Madison Chock and Evan Bates emerged as champions in the Free…