PBR World Finals: The Ultimate Test of Skill and Strength Arrives in North Texas
The city of Fort Worth, Texas, is set to host the PBR World Finals, a premier event in the world of professional bull riding, from May 8 to 18. The event, which is in its fifth year in North Texas, promises to be an exhilarating experience for fans of the sport. According to a report by Audacy, the events will kick off on Thursday, May 8, at Cowtown Coliseum, with eliminations running from May 8 to 11.
The PBR World Finals, also known as "Unleash the Beast," will see 130 bulls participating in the event, including Playmate, who made his PBR debut last year and will be competing in his first World Finals. Playmate’s owner, Dana White, President of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, expressed his excitement about the event, saying, "I want the meanest, nastiest bull on Earth. Those are the ones I want to own. For me, this is fun." As reported by Audacy, Playmate has bucked at 12 events since joining PBR and has only been ridden once.
White, who was first introduced to bull riding while making a series called Lookin’ for a Fight, has developed a deep respect for the sport and its participants. "I rode a PBR bull, one of the dumbest things I’ve ever done," he says. "But through that, I earned respect not only for the riders but for the bulls. I totally got into it and started buying bulls." White’s enthusiasm for the sport is shared by many fans, who are eagerly awaiting the PBR World Finals.
The event will also feature Kid Rock’s Rock N Rodeo, with the musician set to perform during the rodeo. Kid Rock, who became a fan of the sport after performing at rodeos and seeing the athleticism of both the cowboys and animals, will bring his unique brand of entertainment to the event. As quoted in the Audacy report, White believes that the PBR World Finals, particularly with the addition of Kid Rock’s performance, can introduce western sports to new fans. "Much like the fight business, there’s two sides to the story: There’s the story about the bull, who he is and where he came from and then there’s the story about the rider, who they are and where they came from," he says.
The PBR World Finals will continue at Cowtown Coliseum on May 14 and 15 with the "Ride for Redemption," before moving to AT&T Stadium in Arlington for the Championship on May 17 and 18. The event promises to be an action-packed experience, with some of the world’s top bull riders and animals competing for the top prize. According to Audacy, tickets and the full schedule for the PBR World Finals are available at https://pbrworldfinals.com/.
The PBR World Finals is a must-attend event for fans of professional bull riding, offering a unique blend of athleticism, skill, and entertainment. With its return to North Texas for the fifth year, the event is set to once again thrill audiences with its high-octane action and drama. As Dana White says, "I’m excited. This guy [Playmate] is super violent. Last week, the rider never even made it out of the chute. He knocked the guy off before they even made it out to buck." The PBR World Finals promises to be an unforgettable experience, and fans would do well to secure their tickets early to avoid disappointment.
