The 2025 National Finals Rodeo (NFR) commenced on December 4 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, delivering thrilling performances in the team roping competition. Lightning Aguilera and Kaden Profili, ranked No. 15 in the world, topped Round 1 with an impressive time of 4.0 seconds, earning each competitor a substantial prize of $36,667.95. This victory propelled Aguilera to the No. 8 spot in the world standings, with earnings totaling $161,403.70, while Profili climbed to No. 7 with $160,203.50.
In Round 2, Jake Smith and Douglas Rich showcased their skills with a swift run of 3.9 seconds, also claiming $36,667.95 each. This round marked a significant milestone for Smith as it was his first round win at the NFR, while Rich celebrated his second.
As the event continues in Las Vegas from December 4 to 13, detailed results from the rounds are being closely watched by fans and competitors alike.
Round Results:
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Round 1:
- Lightning Aguilera / Kaden Profili: 4.0 seconds – $36,667.95
- Andrew Ward / Jake Long: 4.2 seconds – $28,979.51
- Jake Smith / Douglas Rich: 4.8 seconds – $21,882.48
- Clint Summers / Jade Corkill: 5.1 seconds – $15,376.88
- Tanner Tomlinson / Travis Graves: 5.7 seconds – $9,462.70
- Cyle Denison / Lane Mitchell: 6.6 seconds – $5,914.19
- Riley Minor / Brady Minor: 6.9 seconds
- Several pairs with no times recorded.
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Round 2:
- Jake Smith / Douglas Rich: 3.9 seconds – $36,667.95
- Dawson Graham / Dillon Graham: 4.1 seconds – $22,079.62
- Multiple teams tied at 4.1 seconds with earnings of $22,079.62 each.
- Times continued, concluding with pairs at durations of 10.2 seconds.
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Round 3:
- Dawson Graham / Dillon Graham: 3.8 seconds – $29,176.65
- Several teams, including Aguilera / Profili, also produced 3.8-second runs.
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Round 4:
- Tyler Wade / Wesley Thorp and Dustin Egusquiza / Levi Lord tied at 3.8 seconds with earnings of $32,823.73.
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Round 5:
- Kolton Schmidt / Jonathan Torres took the win at 3.7 seconds with a prize of $36,667.95.
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Round 6:
- Tanner Tomlinson / Travis Graves finished strong with a time of 3.4 seconds, earning them a reward of $36,667.95.
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Round 7:
- Dawson Graham / Dillon Graham captured a victory at 3.5 seconds, with additional notable performances from Luke Brown / Trey Yates and Clay Smith / Coleby Payne.
Average Race Times as of December 10 reveal competitive pacing among the leading teams, with Clint Summers / Jade Corkill holding a collective time of 31.37 seconds, while Lightning Aguilera / Kaden Profili lag slightly at 225.35 seconds.
Updated Team Roping World Standings show a tight race among the top competitors, particularly in the heading category where Tanner Tomlinson leads with earnings of $276,605.71, followed closely by Clint Summers and Kolton Schmidt. In the heeling category, Jade Corkill has a narrow lead with $253,379.72, with Travis Graves close behind.
As fans eagerly await the next rounds, the excitement builds for the competitors aiming for glory at this prestigious rodeo event.
