Gilles, Poirier struggle at Grand Prix final after fall in rhythm dance

Canadian ice dancers Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier compete in the rhythm dance segment at the ISU Grand Prix Final on Dec. 6, 2024, in Grenoble, France.

Canadian ice dancers Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier have an uphill climb at the Grand Prix Final in Grenoble, France. They placed last out of six teams in Friday's rhythm dance after an uncharacteristic fall when Poirier caught his foot on the boards.