Quick Facts

Specialty: Ice Dance
Only U.S. figure skater to compete at four Olympics
Son of Eric and Nancy Bates
Has two older siblings, Andrew and Alexis
Fifty-three people from his dad’s side of the family graduated from the University of Michigan
- Evan is No. 52
Began skating at age four
Enjoys golf 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.

At 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. By winning their seventh U.S. title in January 2026. Chock and Bates now hold the record for most consecutive podium finishes at U.S. Nationals in any discipline, surpassing Michelle Kwan (1994-05) and pairs team Theresa Weld Blanchard and Nathaniel Niles (1914, 1918, 1920-29).

Outside of his skating career, Bates married his ice dance partner Madison Chock in June 2024. They 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)

Education

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