The PBR (Professional Bull Riders) Unleash The Beast event in Louisville, Kentucky, witnessed an electrifying start as Andrew Alvidrez from Seminole, Texas, stole the spotlight with a remarkable performance in Round 1 of the Cooper Tires PBR Louisville, presented by Pneu-Dart. His victory not only secured a spot in the Top 40 of the World Championship standings but also brought him closer to a coveted berth at the World Finals.
Alvidrez’s masterful ride aboard Constitutional Carry (Jim & Shannon Barr/Hookin W Ranch) earned him an impressive 88.25 points, clinching the round win and garnering essential Unleash The Beast points. His ascent from No. 41 to No. 39 in the standings underscores the significance of his triumph as he vies for a spot at the upcoming World Finals.
With the regular season drawing to a close, the stakes are higher than ever for bull riders striving to secure their place among the Top 40 in the World Championship standings. The World Finals, set to commence with Eliminations on May 9-12 at the iconic Cowtown Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas, promise to be a thrilling culmination of the season’s competition.
Eduardo Aparecido of the Arizona Ridge Riders demonstrated his prowess with a commendable fourth-place finish in Round 1, propelling him to the No. 2 spot in the standings. However, his journey was marred by an injury as he sustained a concussion following his ride aboard Always Been Crazy (Harrison Cattle Co.), casting doubt on his participation in Round 2.
Meanwhile, Cassio Dias of the Kansas City Outlaws strengthened his hold on the top rank in the World Championship race with a stellar performance, securing third place in Round 1. His unwavering determination and skillful ride atop Let’s Roll (Stoltzfus/Bob & Jerry Adams/BS Cattle Co.) underscore his status as a formidable contender for the World Championship title.
Jesse Petri and Dalton Kasel rounded out the Top 5 in Round 1, each showcasing their talent and resilience in pursuit of their World Championship dreams. As the competition intensifies, these athletes remain focused on achieving success and solidifying their positions in the standings.
As the action unfolds in Louisville, fans can expect more thrilling moments and fierce battles as bull riders vie for glory and a shot at the ultimate prize in bull riding—the World Championship title. With every ride, the quest for greatness continues, driving these athletes to push the limits and leave their mark on the sport of bull riding.
PBR Unleash The Beast
Cooper Tires PBR, presented by Penu-Dart
KFC Yum! Center – Louisville, Kentucky
Event Leaders (Round 1-Round 2-Round 3-Event Aggregate-Event Points)
1. Andrew Alvidrez, 88.25-0-0-88.25-28 Points.
2. Jesse Petri, 87.25-0-0-87.25-18 Points.
3. Cassio Dias, 86.75-0-0-86.75-17 Points.
4. Eduardo Aparecido, 85.75-0-0-85.75-16 Points.
5. Dalton Kasel, 85-0-0-85.00-15 Points.
6. Brady Fielder, 72.5-0-0-72.50-6 Points.
John Crimber, 0-0-0-0.00
Alan de Souza, 0-0-0-0.00
Koltin Hevalow, 0-0-0-0.00
João Ricardo Vieira, 0-0-0-0.00
Thiago Salgado, 0-0-0-0.00
Leonardo Castro, 0-0-0-0.00
Cody Jesus, 0-0-0-0.00
Cort McFadden, 0-0-0-0.00
Alex Cerqueira, 0-0-0-0.00
Daylon Swearingen, 0-0-0-0.00
Kaiden Loud, 0-0-0-0.00
Sage Steele Kimzey, 0-0-0-0.00
Vitor Losnake, 0-0-0-0.00
Mauricio Gulla Moreira, 0-0-0-0.00
Boudreaux Campbell, 0-0-0-0.00
Paulo Eduardo Rossetto, 0-0-0-0.00
Ednélio Almeida, 0-0-0-0.00
Wyatt Rogers, 0-0-0-0.00
Bob Mitchell, 0-0-0-0.00
Conner Halverson, 0-0-0-0.00
Kyler Oliver, 0-0-0-0.00
Callum Miller, 0-0-0-0.00
Mason Taylor, 0-0-0-0.00
Silvano Alves, 0-0-0-0.00
JaCauy Hale, 0-0-0-0.00
Dawson Branton, 0-0-0-0.00
Shane Scott, 0-0-0-0.00
Flavio Zivieri, 0-0-0-0.00
João Lucas Campos, 0-0-0-0.00
Jake Morinec, 0-0-0-0.00
Elijah Monnett, 0-0-0-0.00
Alvaro Ariel, 0-0-0-0.00
