Quick Facts

Specialty: Ice Dance
Son of Eric and Nancy Bates
Has two older siblings, Andrew and Alexis
Began skating at age four
Enjoys golf, reading and playing guitar

Biographical Information

Evan Bates is an American ice dancer known for his longevity and success in the sport with his skating partner, Madison Chock. Born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, he began skating at the young age of four. In 2011, Bates partnered with Chock, forming one of the most successful ice dance duos in U.S. history. The two are renowned for their Olympic and world championship performances, earning several gold medalist and championship titles.

In the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022, he secured a gold medal in the team event. Throughout his career, he has achieved significant success with Madison, including multiple World Championship titles and Grand Prix Final victories.

Outside of his skating career, Bates enjoys playing golf, guitar and reading. He also participated in the “Legacy on Ice” benefit at the Capital One Arena, supporting families and loved ones affected by the incident at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Olympic Experience

4-time Olympian; 1-time Olympic medalist (1 gold)
- Olympic Games Beijing 2022, gold (Team - Mixed), 4th (Ice Dance - Mixed)
- Olympic Games Pyeongchang 2018, 9th (Ice Dance - Mixed)
- Olympic Games Sochi 2014, 8th (Ice Dance - Mixed)
- Olympic Games Vancouver 2010, 11th (Ice Dance - Mixed)

World Championships Experience

Most recent: 2025 – gold (Ice Dance - Mixed)
Years of participation: Ice Dance - Mixed 2009, 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Medals: 6 (3 gold, 1 silver, 2 bronze)
- Gold – 2025 (Ice Dance - Mixed); 2024 (Ice Dance - Mixed); 2023 (Ice Dance - Mixed)
- Silver – 2015 (Ice Dance - Mixed)
- Bronze – 2022 (Ice Dance - Mixed); 2016 (Ice Dance - Mixed)

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