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With an Olympic theme, the United States, Canada, and Australia were well represented in the Championship Competition by Ken McNabb, Tik Maynard and Donal Hancock. These international competitors were joined by C.D. Wilcox, who qualified for the Championship Competition by winning the Wild Card Challenge held on Thursday and Friday. New for this year, the Pitchfork Ranch from Guthrie, Texas, provided both the colts and fillies for the championship and Wild Card remudas. In the end, Tik Maynard rode away with the championship aboard CAPERA CATT (#11, Goodluck Catt x Becaco Capera by Mr Haida Flo). 

“The biggest emotion I feel is just an overwhelming sense of gratitude for everything that has led me to this place,” stated Maynard. 

Maynard won all three rounds of the Championship competition with his colt. The pair’s quiet and steady progress throughout kept all in awe as he easily moved through the different components of the event. He finished with a cumulative score of 1,023.5. 

The duo sealed the deal in the obstacle course of Sunday’s competition and earned a standing ovation as they left the arena. Maynard demonstrated impressive horsemanship throughout the entire competition and mentioned several times how much of an emotional roller coaster the event is as a competitor.  

In total, Tik Maynard finished with $90,000 in earnings and received a Gist Silversmiths trophy buckle, an award saddle from Circle Y Saddles, and a custom Western hat from JW Brooks Custom Hat Co., along with several of prizes from Road to the Horse partners.  

“We are so pleased with how emotional and captivating the Road to the Horse journey was from start to finish,” stated Morris Equine Group President Tina Battock. “Our hats are off to all the competitors, fans, sponsors and crew who make it all possible.” 

The Wild Card Challenge, presented by Platinum Performance, proved to be an exciting addition to the event as Lindsey Patterson, John Baar and C.D. Wilcox partnered with Pitchfork Ranch fillies for their chance to advance into the championship round. Each Wild Card was teamed up with a past Road to the Horse competitor. Brandi Lyons, Mike Major, and Pat Parelli all took the role of Pen Wrangler as they offered their advice and assistance to their Wild Card competitor. 

C.D. Wilcox chose filly #5, TIGHTFITTENBLUJEANS (Once In A Blu Boon x Shiney Tea Pot Doc x Tejons Peppy Doc), a partnership that took him to the top of the scoreboard and directly into the Championship competition.  

“Road to the Horse means the world to me,” Wilcox said. “It’s a great opportunity for anybody. Win, lose or draw, this thing is so much fun, so well produced, I would do it for the rest of my life if they would let me.” 

At the end of the Wild Card Challenge, Wilcox received $5,000 for winning along with an award saddle from Circle Y Saddlery, and a custom Western hat from JW Brooks Custom Hat Co. The second-place Wild Card competitor, Patterson, received $3,000 and Baar received $2,000 in third place. Each Wild Card and Championship competitor also received a YETI cooler, custom leather jacket from Rocket Donkey and an array of products from our valued partners. 

Road to the Horse 2024 World Championship Competition

Tik Maynard | Cumulative Score: 1023.5 
Colt: #11, CAPERA CATT (Goodluck Cat x Becaco Capera) 
RTTH 2024 Earnings: 
Round 1 Winner: $5,000 
Round 2 Winner: $5,000 
Round 3 Winner: $5,000 
Overall World Champion: $75,000 

Donal Hancock | Cumulative Score: 891 
Colt: #3, COWBOYS LAST WAR CRY (Cowboy War Cry x Four Six Gal) 
RTTH 2024 Earnings: 
Overall Reserve World Champion: $20,000 
Jack Brainard Horsemanship Award

Ken McNabb | Cumulative Score: 839.5 
Colt: #4, SHINEY ROCKIN CD (Nasty CD x Shiney Rockin Lass) 
RTTH 2024 Earnings: 
Overall 3^rd Place: $10,000 
 
C.D. Wilcox | Cumulative Score: 680.5 
Colt: #14, CATS DASHIN A LENA (Quejanaisalena x Cats Dashin Diamond) 
RTTH 2024 Earnings: 
Overall 4^th Place: $5,000 

Wild Card Challenge presented by Platinum Performance

C.D. Wilcox | Cumulative Score: 836
Colt: #5, TIGHTFITTENBLUJEANS (Once In A Blu Boon x Shiney Tea Pot Doc x Tejons Peppy Doc)
RTTH 2024 Earnings:
Wild Card Champion: $5,000

Lindsey Patterson | Cumulative Score: 831.5
Colt: #3, DESIRE A BLU BOON (Once In A Blu Boon x Desire Some Shine By Shining Spark)
RTTH 2024 Earnings:
Wild Card Reserve Champion: $3,000

John Baar | Cumulative Score: 716.5
Colt: #4, SHESA QUEJANA CAT (Quejanaisalena x Shesa Skyline Cat By Bet Hesa Cat) 
RTTH 2024 Earnings:
Wild Card 3^rd Place: $2,000

Complete Road to the Horse 2024 scores are available at www.RoadtotheHorse.com. Road to the Horse 2025 takes place at the Kentucky Horse Park on March 27-30. Tickets are available now at www.RoadtotheHorse.com or by calling 800-514-3849. Follow Road to the Horse on Facebook for the latest information.

(L-R) C.D. Wilcox (Wild Card Champion & 4th place), Ken McNabb (3rd place), Nick Rivera (Tik Maynard’s Pen Wrangler), Tik Maynard (RTTH 2024 World Champion), Donal Hancock (Jack Brainard Horsemanship Award Winner & RTTH 2024 Reserve Champion).

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The Wild Card Challenge will take place on Thursday March 21 (Round 1 & 2) and Friday March 22 (Wild Card Finals). The winner of the Wild Card Challenge will automatically be awarded a position as a Championship Competitor. All scores will be posted on the roadtothehorse.com an hour after the completion of each day’s competition.

The Wild Card Challenge will follow the same rules as the traditional Championship Competition but will see shorter rounds. The Wild Card competitors will select their (1) 3-year-old Pitchfork Ranch filly Thursday morning before the Doors Open on March 21. This will be filmed and the video replayed on the jumbotron at the opening of Round 1. The selection process will take place before the event, in order to give the fillies the longest possible rest time before rounds.

In addition, the Wild Card Finals will feature Saddling Pen and Rail Work components only. There will be no obstacle course in the Wild Card Finals. Happy horses are always our first priority at Road to the Horse and we do not want to overstimulate the fillies with the condensed format.

The Wild Card Challenge Champion will recieve a $5,000 cash purse, Gist Silversmiths custom buckle, and a Circle Y trophy saddle. The Reserve Champion will receive a $3,000 cash purse, and third place will receive a $2,000 cash purse. All Wild Cards will receive a custom Rocket Donkey leather competitor jacket, a YETI Cooler, CINCH clothing and additional gifts from our valued partners.

Below is an overview of the Wild Card Challenge:

The World Championship Competition

The World Championship Competition will take place on Friday March 21 (Round 1), Saturday March 23 (Round 2) and Sunday March 24 (Finals). Each competitor will select (1) 3 -year old Pitchfork Ranch gelding at the Running of the Remuda during Friday’s Opening Ceremonies. All scores will be posted on roadtothehorse.com an hour after the completion of the day’s competition.

The Road to the Horse 2024 World Champion will receive $75,000 cash purse, Gist Silversmiths custom buckle, and a Circle Y trophy saddle. The Reserve Champion will receive a $20,000 cash purse, third place will receive a $10,000 cash purse and fourth place a $5,000 cash purse. All Championship competitors will receive a custom Rocket Donkey leather competitor jacket, a YETI Cooler, CINCH clothing and additional gifts from our valued partners. In addition, the winner of each round (1, 2 & Finals), will receive a $5,000 cash bonus.

Below is an overview of the World Championship Competition:

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Broadcast Schedule: Footage is available from these times (Eastern Standard Time)

• Thursday, March 21 – 12:30pm to 5:30pm
• Friday, March 22 – 9:30am to 4:30pm
• Saturday, March 23 – 10:30am to 4:30pm
• Sunday, March 24 – 10:15am to 3:45pm

Domestic Viewers: Download the Pluto TV app on your smart TV or favorite device to watch Road to the Horse 2024 or click on the link here to go directly to the LIVE PBR RIDEPASS on Pluto TV. Drop In. Watch Free. Each day will be available to watch on-demand on PlutoTV within 24-48 hours. 

International Viewers: International fans will watch the livestream on the Western Horseman platform on the links below.

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Date: Friday March 22 – 7.00pm to 10:00pm
Location: Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa – Grand Ballroom
1800 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40511

Join us for a Greek inspired VIP toga party! Grab your toga, dust off your tall top cowboy boots and get ready to celebrate our Olympic themed event with the Wild Cards, Championship Competitors and Crew of Road to the Horse 2024.  

Join our private party at the Marriott Griffin Gate Resort. Don’t miss your chance to interact with the celebrities of the Road to the Horse 2024 in a fun, casual setting.

Come as you are, wear what you wish, costumes not required but encouraged!  

This is a separate ticketed special event with limited availability. Once you have purchased your ticket, your name will be added to the will call list and your ticket can be picked up at the door.

All Road to the Horse 2024 VIP Experience ticket holders receive (1) complimentary admission to the VIP Party.   

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Ryan Rose has studied with Pat Parelli, Doug Jordan, and Craig Johnson, shaping his approach to horse training. Today, Ryan is much more than a trainer – he’s a mentor and educator in the world of horsemanship. He conducts sought-after workshops and clinics globally and runs a comprehensive training program in Wisconsin.

Dr. Emily Rose is the owner of Reaching Strides Equine Rehabilitation LLC which offers Physical Therapy services from rehabilitation to performance improvement for both horse and rider. Emily also travels nationally and internationally teaching workshops and clinics with a focus on preventative wellness and biomechanics for the sport horse and rider. Dr. Rose is an active rider herself and competes in Dressage earning her USDF Bronze Medal rider achievement award. 

Read their full biographies on our entertainer page here.

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The Road to the Horse 2024 Wild Card Challenge Remuda from the Pitchfork Ranch includes:

• #1 RIOS PEPCID (PEPCID X CASH N RIO CAT by CAT AND CASH)
• #2 DESIRE CATS N LENAS (QUEJANAISALENA X THIS CATS DESIRE by WR THIS CATS SMART)
• #3 DESIRE A BLU BOON (ONCE IN A BLU BOON X DESIRE SOME SHINE by SHINING SPARK)
• #4 SHESA QUEJANA CAT (QUEJANAISALENA X SHESA SKYLINE CAT by BET HESA CAT)
• #5 TIGHTFITTENBLUJEANS (ONCE IN A BLU BOON x SHINEY TEA POT DOC by TEJONS PEPPY DOC)

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