The 2025 National Finals Rodeo (NFR) commenced its 5th go-round at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas on December 8, 2025. Excitement filled the arena as competitors showcased their skills across various events.
Results of the 5th Go-Round
Bareback Riding
- 1st: Rocker Steiner, 89 points on Lunatic Heaven (Brookman Rodeo), $36,668
- 2nd: Sam Petersen, 88.75 points, $28,980
- 3rd: Wacey Schalla, 88 points, $21,882
- 4th: Kade Sonnier, 87.75 points, $15,377
- 5th (tie): Cole Franks & Bradlee Miller, 87.25 points, $7,688 each
Steer Wrestling
- 1st: Scott Guenthner, 3.4 seconds, $36,668
- 2nd: Justin Shaffer, 3.5 seconds, $28,980
- 3rd: Will Lummus, 3.7 seconds, $21,882
Team Roping
- 1st: Kolton Schmidt & Jonathan Torres, 3.7 seconds, $36,668 each
- 2nd: Tanner Tomlinson & Travis Graves, 3.8 seconds, $28,980
- 3rd: Clint Summers & Jade Corkill, 3.9 seconds, $21,882
Saddle Bronc Riding
- 1st: Damian Brennan, 90 points, $36,668
- 2nd: Brody Cress, 89.5 points, $28,980
- 3rd: Dawson Hay, 89 points, $21,882
Tie-Down Roping
- 1st: John Douch, 7.4 seconds, $36,668
- 2nd: Joel Harris, 7.6 seconds, $28,980
- 3rd: Kyle Lucas, 7.9 seconds, $21,882
Barrel Racing
- 1st: Carlee Otero, 13.43 seconds, $36,668
- 2nd (tie): Halyn Lide & Lisa Lockhart, 13.55 seconds, $25,431 each
- 3rd: Hailey Kinsel, 13.56 seconds, $15,377
Bull Riding
- 1st: J.R. Stratford, 90.5 points, $36,668
- 2nd: Bryce Jensen, 89.5 points, $28,980
- 3rd (tie): Ky Hamilton & Mason Moody, 88.75 points, $18,630 each
Average Leaders
Bareback Riding
- 1st: Wacey Schalla, 434.25 points
- 2nd: Rocker Steiner, 430.75 points
Steer Wrestling
- 1st: Tucker Allen, 23.5 seconds
- 2nd: Dakota Eldridge, 29.8 seconds
Saddle Bronc Riding
- 1st: Stetson Dell Wright, 439.25 points
- 2nd: Zeke Thurston, 431.5 points
Tie-Down Roping
- 1st: Brushton Minton, 42.7 seconds
- 2nd: John Douch, 43.2 seconds
World Standings
Bareback Riding Leaders
- 1st: Rocker Steiner, $421,185
- 2nd: Sam Petersen, $307,406
Steer Wrestling Leaders
- 1st: Will Lummus, $278,452
- 2nd: Tucker Allen, $233,316
Team Roping Leaders
- 1st: Tanner Tomlinson, $239,938
- 2nd: Andrew Ward, $235,151
Barrel Racing Leaders
- 1st: Kassie Mowry, $279,684
- 2nd: Hailey Kinsel, $277,342
The 5th go-round of the 2025 NFR concluded with thrilling performances and impressive displays of skill. Fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming rounds as competitors vie for top honors in Las Vegas.
