Quick Read
- Charlene Guignard and Marco Fabbri finished 5th in the rhythm dance at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
- The Italian duo scored 84.28 points in the rhythm dance segment on February 9.
- Their performance positioned them for a medal bid in the decisive free dance on February 11.
- Guignard and Fabbri previously secured a bronze medal in the 2026 Olympic team event.
- The 2026 Games mark their fourth consecutive Winter Olympics appearance as a pair.
MILAN (Azat TV) – Italian ice dance duo Charlene Guignard and Marco Fabbri secured fifth place after the rhythm dance segment at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, positioning themselves for a potential individual medal as the competition concluded on February 11. This performance follows their recent bronze medal win in the team event, marking another significant step in their pursuit of further Olympic achievements.
The rhythm dance, which took place on February 9, saw Guignard and Fabbri earn a total segment score of 84.28 points. Their technical elements score was 47.83, complemented by a program components score of 36.45. This strong showing placed them among the top contenders heading into the decisive free dance, where medals were ultimately determined. Leading the rhythm dance were Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron of France, who scored 90.18 points, followed closely by American favorites Madison Chock and Evan Bates with 89.72 points, according to USA Today.
Guignard and Fabbri’s Olympic Journey Continues
For Charlene Guignard and Marco Fabbri, the 2026 Milan Games represent their fourth consecutive Winter Olympics appearance, having previously represented Italy in 2014, 2018, and 2022. Their consistent presence at the pinnacle of ice dance underscores their dedication and enduring partnership. The duo has been on a determined path to secure an individual Olympic medal, an achievement that would add to their already distinguished careers.
Their recent success, clinching a bronze medal in the team event earlier in the 2026 Games, provided a significant boost and reaffirmed their competitive standing. This team medal was a testament to their skill and experience, setting a promising tone for their individual ice dance campaign. Guignard, who previously competed for France, found her long-term partnership with Fabbri, solidifying their status as Italy’s premier ice dance pair.
The Decisive Free Dance and Medal Prospects
With the rhythm dance completed, all eyes turned to the free dance on February 11, where the final medal standings for ice dance were decided. Guignard and Fabbri’s fifth-place standing after the rhythm dance placed them within striking distance of the podium, requiring a powerful and flawless performance in the free dance to secure an individual medal. The competition was fierce, with several highly skilled pairs vying for the top spots, making every element of their program critical.
The Italian duo’s consistent Olympic participation and recent team event bronze highlight their sustained excellence in ice dance. Their fifth-place finish after the rhythm dance at the 2026 Games underscored their ambition to translate their seasoned experience into an individual Olympic medal, navigating a highly competitive field.