In an impressive feat for rodeo enthusiasts, the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR) is set to raise its purse for the third consecutive year, reaching an astonishing $14.9 million, marking nearly a $4 million increase from the 2022 purse.
The 2023 NFR, scheduled to run from December 7 through 16, boasts a remarkable $11.5 million allocated for competition prize money, showcasing the growing allure of this iconic rodeo event. This substantial purse includes a guaranteed prize fund of $1.2 million, ensuring that all NFR qualifiers receive their share of the winnings.
As a testament to the commitment to rewarding rodeo excellence, this year’s increase in purse size will see round winners claim an impressive $30,706 per round, while those who excel in the average standings will walk away with a substantial $78,747. Moreover, stock contractors, the unsung heroes who provide the vital rodeo animals, will benefit from this increase, with their compensation reaching an impressive $3,450,451.
To put this growth in perspective, the 2022 NFR purse of $10.9 million exceeded the combined total of rodeo payouts from 2015 to 2020, underlining the NFR’s commitment to raising the stakes for its participants.
The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), the governing body behind this prestigious event, has been at the forefront of awarding rodeo excellence. Since 1986, the PRCA has bestowed an incredible $1 billion in prize money, further solidifying the NFR’s reputation as a premier rodeo spectacle.
As the 2023 NFR approaches, rodeo enthusiasts can anticipate a thrilling showcase of talent, fierce competition, and a historic purse that continues to raise the bar for rodeo excellence. Don’t miss this record-breaking rodeo event, where champions will be crowned, and rodeo history will be made!
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