As the athletes start competing in the second half of the NFR 2019, the stakes get higher and higher. For seven days now, we have been blessed with the opportunity to watch the best of the best in the rodeo world compete for their shot at the number spot in each event. The seventh performance of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Nevada has come and gone but the cowboys and cowgirls are working harder than ever. Cowboy Lifestyle Network is excited to be able to give you the full day in review including the Round Winners for each performance, daily entertainment, and places you need to check out. Make sure to follow us on your favorite social media platform for all the behind the scenes fun.
Events Around Town
Junior World Finals
The Junior World Finals, presented by YETI, will be held in the Las Vegas Convention Center Dec. 5th-14th. Over 700 young contestants are competing in the same rodeo events that their professional counterparts are. The competition will heat up this year as there will be an all-around prize of a new trailer by RodeoRigs.com. You can go see the champions of tomorrow by going to www.nfrexperience.com/juniorworldfinals/ for the qualifier, schedule, and producer information.
World Series Team Roping
The World Series of Team Roping, presented by Ariat, produces the largest team roping event in the world. Not only has the finale become the richest event in roping, but it has also been acknowledged as the second richest equestrian related event in the world. Catch the action Dec. 7th-15th at the South Point Arena.
Bullfighters Only Las Vegas Championship
Dec. 5th-14th live at 2pm daily, the Tropicana will host the Bullfighters Only Championship. The world’s top freestyle bullfighter face off with the best bulls out there. Only one athlete can be crowned the 2019 BFO World Champion and claim his share of over $150,000 in prize money. Tickets available at troplv.com/entertainment/rodeo-week
WNFR After Party
The party doesn’t stop after the rodeo ends. The MGM Grand Gold Buckle Zone offers free live music and viewing parties every night. The Buckin’ Bash hosted by Justin Rumford also hosts a free party over at The Orleans starting at 9 p.m. But something you need to see at least once is a WNFR buckle presentation. Every night you can go see the champions get their winning round buckles and then stay for the free concert at South Point Hotel.
Photo by Branded Media and Promotions – Mitch Blunn
Concerts
One of our featured Cowboy Lifestyle partners is out about covering several different concerts while we are here. Make sure to check out Branded Media and Promotions for real-time updates on concerts and entertainment going on around town during WNFR. Last night he had the opportunity to shoot Sean Curtis as they rocked it on stage at the Cox Pavillion.
Photo by Branded Media and Promotions – Mitch Blunn
WNFR Cowboy Christmas
It wouldn’t be the WNFR without a trip to Cowboy Christmas. The Las Vegas Convention Center will host the grand scale shopping event again this year. With over 300 exhibitors the shopping and entertainment options have something for everyone. Cowboy Christmas is free admission and open all ten days from 9 a.m to 5 p.m. You can stop in for some food and drinks at the Coors Rodeo Saloon or get an autograph from your favorite athlete. For more information go to nfrexperience.com/cowboychristmas/.
WNFR Round 7 Winners
Congratulations to all of the Round Winners for the seventh night of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo!
Bareback Riding: Clayton Biglow
A huge congrats goes out to Clayton Biglow for his third round win here at the NFR. Congrats to Resistol for this round win!
Steer Wrestling: Stetson Jorgenson
With this being Stetson’s first round, he is sitting at number five in the standings with about a 30K difference between him and Ty Erickson.
Team Roping: Cody Snow & Wesley Thorp
This is Cody and Wesley’s first round win so far at the NFR which puts Cody in the number 4 spot and Wesley in the number 7 spot in the World standings.
Tie-Down Roping: Tyler Milligan
This will be Tyler’s first round win in a row, putting him in the number seven spot in the world standings. Proud sponsors are Resistol and Class Equine.
Saddle Bronc: Zeke Thurston
With a score of 92.5 on Northcutt Macza’s horse, Get Smart. Zeke is currently sitting number one in the World Standings, my bet is Zeke takes the win for the whole deal this year!
Barrel Racing: Hailey Kinsel
Congrats to Hailey’s sponsors, YETI, Bloomer Trailers, Classic Equine, and Cinch.
Bull Riding: Sage Kimzey
The main man himself, Sage Kimzey was able to snag a 90 point ride on Smoke Wagon by Cervi Championship Rodeo. This win only solidifies Sage’s number one spot in the world standings.
A huge congratulations to all the winners from last night’s performance, we can’t wait to see what everyone brings to the table for night number eight at the WNFR. See y’all there!
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