Published Feb 21, 2025
Breakthrough Performance at X Games Aspen 2025
Luca Harrington, a 20-year-old freeskier from Wānaka, New Zealand, made a sensational debut at the X Games Aspen 2025. Initially listed as an alternate, Harrington received a last-minute call-up to compete in the men's ski slopestyle event. Seizing the unexpected opportunity, he delivered a flawless performance, securing the gold medal. His run was highlighted by a right double cork 900 with a bring-back Japan grab and a switch right triple cork 1620 with an esco grab on the final jump.
Harrington's momentum continued in the men's ski big air competition, where he earned a silver medal with an impressive score of 97.00. This remarkable achievement further solidified his status as a formidable competitor on the international freeskiing stage.
Current Rankings and Recent Results
As of February 21st 2025, Harrington holds prominent positions in ASI's global freeski rankings:
- Slopestyle: 3rd
- Big Air: 2nd
His recent performances in Big Air events include:
- World Cup Aspen (February 6, 2025): 2nd place
- X Games Aspen 2025 (January 25, 2025): 2nd place
- World Cup Kreischberg (January 10, 2025): 1st place
- World Cup Klagenfurt (January 4, 2025): 1st place
- World Cup Beijing (December 1, 2024): 4th place
In Slopestyle, his recent results are:
- World Cup Aspen (February 1, 2025): 10th place
- X Games Aspen 2025 (January 24, 2025): 1st place
- World Cup Laax (January 17, 2025): 28th place
- World Cup Laax (January 17, 2025 - second event): 29th place
- World Cup Stubai (November 23, 2024): 5th place
Why Luca Harrington is a Strong Pick for FLYP Fantasy
Luca Harrington has been a consistent top performer in Big Air and is rising fast in Slopestyle. Over the last half year, he has:
- Competed in 13 events
- Made 8 finals
- Finished Top 10 in 10 competitions
- Reached 6 podiums
- Won 3 events
His average finish rank has improved to 9th place, and he maintains an impressive 83.28 average run score, with a career-best of 97.
In FLYP Fantasy, Harrington has been a popular pick:
- Appeared in 10 fantasy games
- Earned a total of 1.7k fantasy points
- Current athlete price: $751.70
With his rapid rise and strong results, Luca Harrington is an excellent fantasy pick for upcoming Slopestyle or Big Air event.
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Article Sources: X Games, FIS Freestyle
Image Source: Trevor Brown, Jr./X Games, www.pyraelements.com