Madison Chock and Evan Bates, three-time world champions and seven-time U.S. national champions, begin their campaign for individual Olympic gold with a top score in the rhythm dance.

Madison Chock and Evan Bates, four-time Olympians, seven-time US champs and three-time reigning world champs, are in an usual position.

Americans Erin Jackson and Brittany Bowe missed out on medals in the women’s 1,000-meter speedskating final. Bowe holds the world record in the event, but Jutta Leerdam of the Netherlands won gold by setting an Olympic record. Jackson, one of Team USA's flag bearers, is the reigning 500-meter Olympic champion.