Chock & Bates [fan thread #2]: "All Paths Have Led to This Moment"

[vireo]

I noticed they had tweaked the free dance some. I especially like that they are now moving during the assisted jumps. Looking forward to seeing that when Madi and Evan are back up to speed.

 

[TanithandBenFan]

Looks like Madi and Evan might be featured on the next Chasing Gold episode on NBC - Sunday, Feb 18 at 2 ET

https://x.com/nbcolympics/status/1758636904067854429?s=46&t=-4teGSabTvGXystNvsOwhQ

 

[vireo]

Madi posted a clip of a new lift they plan to introduce at worlds.

Madison Chock on Instagram: "Excited to share some new material at Worlds! I think we’ll call this one the twister 🌪️ or maybe the time turner 🕰️ What do you think we should name it? #chockbates#figureskating#icedance#danceduo#madisonchock#evanbate

2,221 likes, 44 comments - chockolate02 on March 4, 2024: "Excited to share some new material at Worlds! I think we’ll call this one the twister 🌪️ o..."

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[Allskate]

Madi posted a clip of a new lift they plan to introduce at worlds.

That loopy take-off is cool.

 

[DORISPULASKI]

Congratulations to Madi & Evan for a great performance of their Queen RD

 

[Debbie S]

Live performance was amazing! Better than at Nats. Lots of energy in the arena and partial standing O. Hoping for another awesome skate tomorrow!

 

[Debbie S]

Congratulations to Madi and Evan on their 2nd world title! And first Americans to successfully defend a world title!

 

[Lanie]

So so so happy for them!!!

 

[vireo]

I'm so happy for Madi and Evan. It's always difficult to defend a world title, and C/B had an uphill battle considering the unpropitious tech panel they faced. I'm just tickled pink they were able to do it.

 

[Sylvia]

Clip from the FD small medal ceremony :

https://twitter.com/x/status/1772028008271954381

 

[TanithandBenFan]

I’m so mad that Skate Canada didn’t promote the small medal ceremonies in any way so we had no idea we could attend at the Fan Fest. This should have been in the daily email we received from the arena.

 

[Sylvia]

Madi enjoying SOI in Osaka (brief clip of their new EX in #2): https://www.instagram.com/p/C5LTWaCrL42/

Osaka, part 1 (Mathieu Caron with her & Evan in 1st pic): https://www.instagram.com/p/C5IlG79OUQP/

Worlds closing banquet photos (Madi's dress!): https://www.instagram.com/p/C5AknudOtpR/?igsh=MW5qMTJ5NmllZDloMg==

 

[TanithandBenFan]

Madi enjoying SOI in Osaka (brief clip of their new EX in #2): https://www.instagram.com/p/C5LTWaCrL42/

Osaka, part 1 (Mathieu Caron with her & Evan in 1st pic): https://www.instagram.com/p/C5IlG79OUQP/

Worlds closing banquet photos: https://www.instagram.com/p/C5AknudOtpR/?igsh=MW5qMTJ5NmllZDloMg==

I Shazam'd the music for the new exhibition and it's "Once I Was Loved" by Melody Gardot. Apparently, Hubbell/Donohue also did a show program to it back in 2022.

 

[orbitz]

Worlds closing banquet photos (Madi's dress!): https://www.instagram.com/p/C5AknudOtpR/?igsh=MW5qMTJ5NmllZDloMg==

I don't think the fashion police would've liked the placement of the bottom rose, LOL.

 

[TanithandBenFan]

Full video of Madi and Evan’s new exhibition program from JSOI

Madison Chock and Evan Bates - Stars on ice 2024. NEW Exhibition.

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[Poptarts]

I’m so mad that Skate Canada didn’t promote the small medal ceremonies in any way so we had no idea we could attend at the Fan Fest. This should have been in the daily email we received from the arena.

Same! So many things I found out at random without any announcements or emails!

 

[Debbie S]

Madi's eclipse post on IG was perfect.

Madison Chock on Instagram: "And everything under the sun is in tune But the sun is eclipsed by the moon 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌓🌔🌕 @chockbates.fanpage #figureskating#chockbates#icedance#pinkfloyd#eclipse#art#dance#worldfigure#figureskating#solareclipse#eclipse

956 likes, 1 comments - chockolate02April 8, 2024 on : "And everything under the sun is in tune But the sun is eclipsed by the moon 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌓🌔🌕 @chockbates.fanpage..."

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[Sylvia]

After returning from the Japan SOI tour, Madi & Evan performed the new EX program they debut there (linked in post #75) at the SC of San Francisco's annual gala benefit on Friday, April 13 (SC of SF's photo of them): https://www.instagram.com/p/C5zARGAysz_/

Brian Boitano shared this clip & photo of them at his SF rink: https://www.instagram.com/p/C53yRxCv_gH/

Then they flew to NYC for the Figure Skating in Harlem’s annual fundraising gala on Wednesday, April 17 - Madi’s post+pics: https://www.instagram.com/p/C57EObrv0Nf/

Tonight they will perform in "Gold on Ice" in Leesburg, VA (there should be reports posted in this GSD event thread): https://www.fsuniverse.net/forum/th...g-3-world-champions-a-silver-medalist.111703/

 

[Debbie S]

Article from The Knot, with some details on their wedding: https://www.theknot.com/content/madison-chock-evan-bates-wedding

 

[TanithandBenFan]

Madi and Evan are guests on Polina's podcast today!

The Iron Butterfly: Career Longevity Through Passion and Inspiration ft. Madison Chock and Evan Bates

I interview 2x World Champions and Olympians Madison Chock and Evan Bates on their career and lives together.

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[Debbie S]

And a new USFS article: https://www.usfigureskating.org/new...and-future-plans-after-second-world-title-win

“It’s certainly inspiring to think another Winter Games is just around the corner, and I’m sure we’ll be extra inspired after watching the Summer Games this August,” Chock said. “First and foremost, we’re looking forward to this season and the World Championships being in Boston. We have really special memories in Boston, and it’s just a wonderful city and arena, and I’m sure it’s going to be another amazing event.

“And then after that, I mean, it’s not very long to the next Games, so who knows? Anything is possible,” Chock said with a mischievous smile. “Why not?”

 

[Karen-W]

And a new USFS article: https://www.usfigureskating.org/new...and-future-plans-after-second-world-title-win

I get that they're trying to take it one season at a time but that certainly sounds like a confirmation that they're in it through Milano-Cortina.

 

[Sylvia]

Madison Chock on Instagram: "It was an honor to perform in Patinage Atypique, a fundraiser for autism awareness ⛸️ Thank you @marjorie.lajoie for bringing us all together and making this event happen! This program is very special to us and felt me

4,417 likes, 84 comments - madisonchock on May 21, 2024: "It was an honor to perform in Patinage Atypique, a fundraiser for autism awareness ⛸️ Thank you @marjorie.lajoie for bringing us all together and making this event happen! This program is very special to us and felt meaningful to...

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[Sylvia]

“Part two of the Tokyo engagement session” (was part one posted?):

Melia Sorenson on Instagram: "The wedding is right around the corner! Part two of the Tokyo engagement session with @chockolate02 and @evan_bates . Can’t wait! . . . #chockbates #tokyoengagement #mauiweddingphotographer #worldfigure #icedance #m

3,818 likes, 14 comments - melialucida on May 27, 2024: "The wedding is right around the corner! Part two of the Tokyo engagement session with @chockolate02 and @evan_bates . Can’t wait! . . . #chockbates #tokyoengagement #mauiweddingphotographer #worldfigure #icedance #madisonchock...

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ETA: Thanks for the link below, @deegee - I looked but somehow missed seeing the photographer's April 15th post.

 

[deegee]

“Part two of the Tokyo engagement session” (was part one posted?):

Melia Sorenson on Instagram: "The wedding is right around the corner! Part two of the Tokyo engagement session with @chockolate02 and @evan_bates . Can’t wait! . . . #chockbates #tokyoengagement #mauiweddingphotographer #worldfigure #icedance #m

3,818 likes, 14 comments - melialucida on May 27, 2024: "The wedding is right around the corner! Part two of the Tokyo engagement session with @chockolate02 and @evan_bates . Can’t wait! . . . #chockbates #tokyoengagement #mauiweddingphotographer #worldfigure #icedance #madisonchock...

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here it is: https://www.instagram.com/p/C5zakFNpuJh/?img_index=1

 

[TanithandBenFan]

I was thinking about Madi and Evan's RD for the upcoming season as I listened to the 70s on 7 channel this morning, and in their long career we haven't yet seen Madi as a disco queen. I think I need that to happen this season. Imagine the sparkles!!

 

[Wyliefan]

People Magazine has the Chock/Bates wedding story with some beautiful photos! (Cross-posted from the Engagements & Weddings thread.) https://people.com/olympic-ice-danc...tm_medium=social&utm_campaign=shareurlbuttons

 

[Karen-W]

People Magazine has the Chock/Bates wedding story with some beautiful photos! (Cross-posted from the Engagements & Weddings thread.) https://people.com/olympic-ice-danc...tm_medium=social&utm_campaign=shareurlbuttons

Absolutely love the color palette of the floral arrangements! And her dress looks gorgeous!

 

[skatfan]

Absolutely love the color palette of the floral arrangements! And her dress looks gorgeous!

I want to see the Matthieu Caron one too!

 

[skatfan]

Here’s a post on their Instagram - that veil effect with the leaves is stunning!

Madison Chock on Instagram: "6.20.2024 🤍"

2,759 likes, 96 comments - chockolate02 on June 21, 2024: "6.20.2024 🤍".

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