Summary
American figure skater Evan Bates won two medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics and has been chosen as one of the flag bearers for Team USA during the closing ceremony. Bates earned a gold medal in the team event and a silver medal in pairs ice dance with his partner and wife, Madison Chock. The closing ceremony will take place at the Verona Arena, and Bates expressed his gratitude on social media.
Key Facts
- Evan Bates, an American figure skater, won a gold medal in the team event at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
- Bates also earned a silver medal in pairs ice dance with his partner and wife, Madison Chock.
- Bates will be one of two flag bearers for Team USA at the Olympics' closing ceremony.
- Women's hockey player Hilary Knight is the other flag bearer.
- Madison Chock announced the news to Bates during a Team USA practice session.
- Bates expressed his honor and gratitude on Instagram for being chosen by fellow athletes.
- The closing ceremony will be held at the Verona Arena on Sunday.
- Bates and Chock will perform in the exhibition gala on Saturday.
