Jakara Anthony, the 27-year-old Australian aerials skier, has just achieved an amazing feat of awe inspiring completion. She just won her third World Cup race of the season! This victory makes her a strong contender as a frontrunner. Importantly, it slots her past fellow Victorian Jacqui Cooper on the all-time World Cup list. Anthony is only weeks away from defending her Olympic title this time around in Milano-Cortina. Her recent performance indicates she is more than capable of rising to the challenge that lies ahead.
Anthony later dazzled the world with an execution of extreme talent, speeding through the medal round with a quick and precise run. He received a phenomenal score of 81.17! With a cork seven and a backflip mute grab, she proved herself as a technical rider while impressively throwing down. She is the only woman in history to have ever scored above an 80 in this event. This recent success marks her elite status in aerial skiing.
A Challenging Season
Even with recent success, Anthony’s road this year has definitely had its bumps. Earlier in the month she struggled to find her footing in competition, calling the season “up and down” and “all over the place.” The capacity to come back from adversity always shone through, and that was on full display during her last competitive outing.
“It hasn’t been the easiest comp this month, and the season’s been all over the place, so I’m just super stoked to put down a few really clean runs.” – Jakara Anthony
Anthony had her struggles, but she still was proud to wear the yellow bib. It represented her first place position in the overall rankings, a reflection of her all-around brilliance on the ground. Last year, she was a double winner in Waterville, confirming her recent domination and impeccable form.
Looking Ahead to the Olympics
As Anthony looks to defend her Olympic crown in Milano-Cortina, her recent victory is a key confidence booster. She clinched victory with a blistering score of 81.17. This year, she is again on track to face the Winter Olympics in prime condition.
“I guess I have a good track record here now,” – Jakara Anthony
It’s her poise and performance under pressure that is most striking. It might produce a few high-scoring runs and greatly increase her chances for success at the summer’s Olympic games.
