Japan’s Mone Chiba Wins First Grand Prix Gold at Skate Canada, Leading International Competition

Mone Chiba of Japan won the women's title at Skate Canada with a near-flawless free skate, earning her first Grand Prix gold medal with a total score of 217.23 points. American Isabeau Levito took silver with a strong free skate performance scoring 209.77 points, while Japan's Ami Nakai secured the bronze with 203.09 points. Chiba, the 2025 World bronze medalist, delivered a technically impressive program with a triple flip-triple toe combination and level four spins, expressing confidence despite some nerves. Levito, the reigning world silver medalist, is competing for one of the three U.S. Olympic team spots for Milano-Cortina, facing competition from Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, and Bradie Tennell. In pairs, Canadians Deanna Stellato-Dudek and Maxime Deschamps won their third consecutive Skate Canada gold medal with 213.40 points, while the men's and ice dance titles are still to be decided. The event showcased intense competition and strong performances as skaters prepare for the upcoming Grand Prix Final and Olympic selections.