Sarah Everhardt rounded out the American contingent, and completed an intricate short program to 'Riverdance,' earning 63.47.

Three-time world champion Kaori Sakamoto dominated the short program on Friday, putting herself in prime position to defend her title at what she says will be her final NHK Trophy.

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - MARCH 26: Ilia Malinin of United States competes in the Men's Short Program during the ISU World Figure Skating Championships at O2 Arena on March 26, 2026 in Prague, Czech ...

Two Canadian pairs sit in medal position after Friday's short program at Skate Canada International, the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating event in Saskatoon. Deanna Stellato-Dudek and Maxime Deschamps ...