Laurence Fournier Beaudry Wins Olympic Gold in Milan Amid Partnership Transition
MILAN, Italy, February 11, 2026 – In a historic performance at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, Laurence Fournier Beaudry and partner Guillaume Cizeron captured the gold medal in ice dance today. The victory marks a remarkable ascent for the duo, who teamed up less than a year ago following high-profile shifts in the international figure skating landscape.
Olympic Triumph in Milan
Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron secured the Olympic title on Wednesday, February 11, finishing with a combined total score of 225.82. The French duo narrowly defeated the American favorites and three-time world champions, Madison Chock and Evan Bates, who took the silver medal with a score of 224.39. The Canadian team of Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier claimed the bronze.
The path to gold began on Monday, February 9, when Fournier Beaudry and Cizeron set a personal best in the rhythm dance with 90.18 points. They maintained their lead through the free dance, performing to music from the film The Whale, a program that previously earned them the European title earlier this season.
A New Chapter for France
Fournier Beaudry, a Montreal native, previously represented Canada alongside Nikolaj Sørensen. The former pair achieved significant success, including an eighth-place finish at the 2021 World Championships and a ninth-place finish at the Beijing 2022 Olympics. However, the partnership ended following Sørensen’s six-year suspension by Skate Canada in 2024 due to allegations of sexual maltreatment.
In March 2025, Fournier Beaudry officially teamed up with Guillaume Cizeron, the 2022 Olympic champion who had been without a competitive partner since Gabriella Papadakis stepped away from the sport. Despite the controversy surrounding her former partner, Fournier Beaudry successfully transitioned to representing France, winning nearly every event the new duo entered during the 2025-2026 season.
Key Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Laurence Fournier Beaudry |
| Discipline | Ice Dance |
| Current Partner | Guillaume Cizeron (France) |
| Former Partner | Nikolaj Sørensen (Canada/Denmark) |
| Height | 5 ft 4 in (163 cm) |
| Skating Start | 2001 |
| 2026 Olympic Score | 225.82 (Gold Medal) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Laurence Fournier Beaudry’s current skating partner?
As of the 2025-2026 season, she skates with Guillaume Cizeron representing France. They won the gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Why did she stop skating for Canada?
Fournier Beaudry moved to the French federation after her former Canadian partner, Nikolaj Sørensen, received a six-year suspension in 2024. She subsequently formed a new partnership with Cizeron in March 2025.
What was the winning score at the 2026 Olympics?
Fournier Beaudry and Cizeron won the gold medal with a total score of 225.82, edging out the American team by 1.43 points.
What music did the duo use for their gold-medal winning free dance?
The pair performed their free dance to music from the movie The Whale.