The Peso Show: Joel Braden Harris Wins Round 9 Aboard Peso

With just one round remaining at the 2024 NFR, the race for the world title remains open, but one standout has already made his mark: Logan Bird’s legendary gelding, Daddys Shiner Cat, aka “Peso.”

This year, Peso has cemented himself as the Finals’ MVP in the calf roping, carrying three different ropers to the pay window. Peso kicked off the NFR as Joel Braden Harris’ primary mount. After Peso’s outstanding performance in Round 1, Ty Harris quickly jumped at the chance to ride him as well. By Round 9, Peso added yet another rider to his resume when Tuf Cooper climbed aboard, showcasing just how dominant this gelding has been at the Thomas & Mack.

When the dust settled in Round 9, Peso delivered an unprecedented trifecta: taking first and splitting second, third and fourth place for Joel Braden Harris, Ty Harris, and Tuf Cooper, respectively.

Peso’s 2024 NFR Earnings: $246,767 (and counting)

Peso has already racked up a staggering $246,767 in winnings at the 2024 NFR—more money than any single cowboy has earned this week—and there’s still one round left to go. Here’s the breakdown of Peso’s earnings:

• Joel Braden Harris
  Riding Peso, Harris has secured two round wins and placed in two additional rounds, collecting a total of $128,229.
• Ty Harris
  Ty Harris, who has leaned on Peso for eight rounds, has claimed two round wins and placed in three other rounds, earning $98,253.
• Tuf Cooper
  In Round 9, Cooper jumped on Peso to split second, third, and fourth place, pocketing $20,285.

Peso Goes 1-2-3: 2024 NFR Tie-Down Roping Results

One Round to Go

With the final round looming, Peso has already proven to be a game-changer for the cowboys fortunate enough to ride him. Whether he can add another win to his historic NFR remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Peso’s performance will be remembered as one of the most dominant in NFR history.

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