SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Two-time and reigning world champions Madison Chock and Evan Bates of the United States finished just one point behind Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier of Canada in rhythm dance at the figure skating Four Continents competition on Thursday.

Defending champions Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier of Canada were one point ahead of world champions Madison Chock and Evan Bates of the United States after Thursday's rhythm dance at the figure skating Four Continents.