Spanish skater Danny Leon performs stunt during solar eclipse

On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, a total solar eclipse was visible across much of Europe for the first time in 29 years. During the phenomenon, 31-year-old Spanish professional skateboarder Danny Leon gained international attention by performing a synchronized jump on a ramp while the eclipse was occurring. Leon, a two-time Olympian who represented Spain in Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024, set up a ramp in Spain to capture the moment. He later described the stunt on social media as “the jump of my life.”

The video of the jump quickly went viral, accumulating millions of views and interactions within hours. The footage shows the athlete airborne exactly as the Moon passed in front of the Sun, creating a widely praised cinematic effect. This event marks a significant moment in the career of the Móstoles-born athlete, who began his skateboarding journey at the age of nine in his local community. While the athlete continues his professional career, the viral success of this stunt has highlighted his ability to blend technical skill with unique timing, drawing widespread interest from sports fans and the general public alike.