Guillaume Cizeron and Laurence Fournier Beaudry became European champions in Sheffield this year
The ice dance competition at Milan-Cortina 2026 is heading for a thrilling conclusion, with two of the greatest partnerships in the world contending for the gold.
Currently in silver medal position are the American husband and wife Evan Bates and Madison Chock, gold medallists in the team event and three-time world champions.
Leading the way, only 0.46 points ahead, are a duo who only competed for the first time last November but have instantly clicked - and feature the reigning Olympic champion.
Guillaume Cizeron, 31, won the ice dance title at Beijing 2022, and his new partnership with Laurence Fournier Beaudry is on course to earn him back-to-back golds, following a technically flawless performance to Madonna's Vogue in the rhythm dance.
