Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron solidified their status as the world’s premier ice dance team by being named “Skaters of the Year” at the ISU Figure Skating Awards. The prestigious ceremony took place this Sunday, March 29, in Prague, gathering the elite of the skating world to celebrate the season’s standout performers. This accolade serves as the ultimate recognition for the French duo after a year of unprecedented dominance on the ice.
The award crowns what many analysts are calling a “perfect season” for the pair, who remained undefeated in every major international appearance. Their campaign reached its pinnacle earlier this year at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, where they secured the gold medal with a record-breaking performance. Following their Olympic triumph, the duo continued their winning streak by claiming the World Championship title, proving their technical superiority and artistic excellence.
During the ceremony in the Czech capital, the judging panel highlighted the duo’s ability to blend innovative choreography with flawless execution. Their contribution to the sport in 2026 has been described as transformative, pushing the boundaries of ice dance to new heights. The “Skaters of the Year” trophy is not just a personal victory for Fournier Beaudry and Cizeron, but a historic moment for French figure skating on the global stage.
As the 2026 season concludes with this high honor, the skating community is already looking forward to what the future holds for the celebrated champions. In their acceptance speech, the athletes expressed deep gratitude to their coaching staff and fans, emphasizing that this achievement is the result of years of intense dedication. With an Olympic gold and the ISU’s top individual honor now in their possession, the duo enters the off-season as the undisputed icons of the sport.
