- Las Vegas hosted another thrilling round of the National Finals Rodeo at the renowned Thomas & Mack Center. Let’s delve into the results of the gripping fifth round:
Bareback Riding – Fierce Competition in Fifth Round
- A remarkable tie occurred for the top spot between Clayton Biglow, who rode Pickett Pro Rodeo’s Night Crawler, and Jayco Roper, who braved C5 Rodeo Company’s Virgil, both earning an incredible 89.5 points. Each took home a handsome cash prize of $27,487.
- Following closely, Jess Pope acquired third place with a score of 88.5, bagging $18,325.
- Mason Clements stood fourth with an impressive 87.5 points, earning $12,877.
- Engaging in an eyebrow-raising tie for fifth place were Jacob Lees and Cole Reiner, both scoring 87 points and taking home $6,438 each.
Bareback Riding – Aggregate Standings Reveal Interesting Trends
- With 427.5 points on five head, Mason Clements held the top spot.
- Keenan Hayes followed with 425.5 points, carving his way to the second position.
- With a slim margin, Cole Reiner secured third place with 424.5 points.
Bareback Riding – World Standings Inform on Cumulative Progress
- Keenan Hayes topped the charts with earnings of $322,120.
- Pushing hard, Clayton Biglow stood second, having pocketed $226,144.
- Rocker Shane Steiner followed closely with earnings of $214,536.
Steer Wrestling – Notable Fifth-Round Performances
- J.D. Struxness rose in the charts, taking merely 3.3 seconds to win the round, bagging $30,706.
- Jacob Talley delivered a strong performance with 3.6 seconds, taking home $24,268.
- Ty Erickson and Stan Branco shared the third spot, both finishing within 3.7 seconds, making $15,601 apiece.
Steer Wrestling – World Standing Insights
- Dalton Massey held the lead with gains of $246,353.
- J.D. Struxness followed closely, bagging $211,144.
- Jesse Brown struck his way to the third position with earnings of $197,862.
Team Roping – Dominating Pairs in the Fifth Round
- Luke Brown and Hunter Koch teamed up brilliantly, finishing in 3.8 seconds, and taking home $30,706 each.
- A tie for second place saw Rhen Richard and Jeremy Buhler, as well as Tanner Tomlinson and Patrick Smith, complete their tasks in 4.0 seconds.
Team Roping – World Standings Evaluation (Headers and Heelers)
- For headers, Clint Summers led the pack with $202,642 while Jake Long took first place for heelers, earning $216,143.
Saddle Bronc Riding – Noteworthy Fifth-Round Rides
- Zeke Thurston stole the show with 91 points, earning a whopping $30,706 atop Calgary Stampede’s XPLOSIVE SKIES.
- Brayding the storm with 89.5 points, Ryder Wright secured the second position with $24,268 in his pocket.
Saddle Bronc Riding – World Standings Unfolding
- Zeke Thurston took the lead with a whopping earnings of $313,555.
- Sage Newman was a close second, taking home $298,370.
Tie-Down Roping – Fifth Round Excitements
- Caleb Smidt led with 6.9 seconds, winning $30,706.
- Riley Mason Webb followed closely, finishing in 7.4 seconds and bagging $24,268.
Tie-Down Roping – Current World Standings
- Riley Mason Webb was leading with earnings of $376,086.
- Shad Mayfield followed, having bagged $265,635.
Barrel Racing – Spectacular Fifth Round Showdowns
- Summer Kosel reigned supreme, clocking 13.42 seconds and earning $30,706.
- Brittany Pozzi Tonozzi put up a formidable performance, recording a close 13.58 seconds and pocketing $24,268.
Barrel Racing – World Standings Overview
- Brittany Pozzi Tonozzi maintained her top form, leading with $372,683.
- Giving a stiff competition, Emily Beisel followed with $203,091.
Bull Riding – Fifth Round Thrills
- Sage Steele Kimzey rode Stace Smith Pro Rodeos’ Polar Express to deliver a 92-point ride. He pocketed a remarkable $52,746.
- Trey Kimzey, not far behind, clocked 87.5 points and earned $46,307.
Bull Riding – World Standings Update
- Ky John Hamilton was leading the pack, amassing a total of $402,013.
- Stetson Dell Wright was a close second with total earnings of $378,630.
All-Around and RAM Top Gun Standings
- Stetson Dell Wright topped the all-around standings with a staggering $479,621.
- In the highly competitive RAM Top Gun Standings, Ky John Hamilton led with earnings of $114,006.
No matter the scores or standings, what’s undeniable is the raw talent, dedication, and tenacity on display at the 2023 NFR – and we look forward to watching these unflagging athletes continue to inspire with their performances!
