In the Olympic figure skating team event held in Milan, Canadian duo Lia Pereira and Trennt Michaud delivered an impressive performance, achieving a personal best with a score of 134.42 points. However, despite their efforts, Canada faced challenges in the competition, currently sitting in fourth place with Georgia, and trailing behind Italy in the medal race. The performance featured a routine inspired by the film "Gladiator," showcasing their skill and determination, but a missed throw triple loop hindered their overall score.

As the competition progresses, Canada’s hopes for a podium finish appear diminished with two segments still remaining. The leading team, the United States, is at a strong advantage with 51 points, followed closely by Japan and Italy. The scoring system rewards teams based on their placements in various segments, hence finishing fifth in the pairs has put Canada in a precarious position, needing better outcomes from the other events to reclaim potential medal hopes.

With both Pereira and Michaud participating in their first Olympic Games, the pressure of performance and the significance of their scores adds a compelling narrative to this event. As the stakes remain high, the Canadian team's resilience will be tested in the upcoming segments of the competition, as they aim to close the gap in points and secure a place on the Olympic podium.