One of the most prestigious events of the year, The Maiden, took place last night. Out of four competitive qualifying splits, 23 exceptional contenders advanced to the highly anticipated championship, which will be held next Saturday, July 26th. The finalists are as follows:
After Shock – Rider: Kyle Elliott | Owner: Danielle Van Der Hoeven
Bedrock Babe – Rider: Dickie Gardner | Owner: Kay Andrews and Dickie Gardner
Blanton – Rider: Zach Parsons | Owner: Jason Alan Bachert
Boogie Shoes – Rider: David Mast | Owner: Clay Ensey
Charlie Lou – Rider: Ryne White | Owner: Debbie & Wayne Simons
Daddy’s Señorita – Rider: B. J. Richards | Owner: Dennis and Susan Hills
Dis Orderly Conduct – Rider: Joe Lester | Owner: Robyn Parsons
Dragon King – Rider: Hannah Pulvers | Owner: Andy Rippy
El Guapo – Rider: Ryne White | Owner: Kelli Harvey
Ghost Pepper – Rider: Joe Lester | Owner: Phyllis Langley
Holy – Rider: David Mast | Owner: Palmer Valentine Parker
Motor Boatin – Rider: Mackenzie Morgan | Owner: Janson Patterson
Pepper Shaker – Rider: B. J. Richards | Owner: Dr. Ann Johnson
Raylan Givens – Rider: B. J. Richards | Owner: Debbie & Wayne Simons
Rootin’ Tootin’ Rudy – Rider: Joe Lester | Owner: April Peal
Scoville – Rider: Alan Calendar | Owner: Alan Calendar
The Way I Am PVF – Rider: Josh Patterson | Owner: Lore/Florence & Joey Patterson
Tiger King – Rider: Darrell Collins | Owner: Judy Rose
Trend Setter – Rider: Bailey Momb | Owner: Emily Woodruff
Unlimited Mayhem – Rider: Jennifer Batts | Owner: Jennifer Batts
In addition, three wild card entries were selected:
Wild Cards:
Commanding The Knight – Rider: Jason Crawhorn | Owner: Megan Finley
Oorah – Rider: Bailey Momb | Owner: Tamara Hader
Worth A Shot – Rider: Crystal Deputy | Owner: Rhianna Reichard
As the anticipation builds for the championship round on July 26th, all eyes will be on these standout entries as they return to the ring for a shot at one of the industry’s most coveted titles. With an impressive lineup of talent, both equine and human, the stage is set for an unforgettable night of competition, excitement, and history in the making. Don’t miss what’s sure to be a thrilling finale to The Maiden