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Kassie Mowry and ‘Jarvis’ Break Round 6 Record at 2024 Wrangler NFR
Kassie Mowry has made history at the 2024 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR) by winning her third consecutive round in the barrel racing event. Riding her horse ‘Jarvis,’ also known as Force The Goodbye, Mowry achieved a record-breaking time of 13.25 seconds in Round 6, surpassing the previous round record held by Taylor Jacobs since 2013 with a time of 13.37 seconds.
Mowry’s dominance follows Hailey Kinsel’s initial three-round winning streak. Kinsel won the first three rounds, while Mowry has taken the next three, creating a thrilling competition between the two cowgirls. Despite Kinsel’s strong start, she remains at the top of the average standings with a total time of 81.03 on six rounds and has earned $163,222.34 in NFR winnings so far. Her second-place finish in Round 6 added $26,623.74 to her total.
Mowry’s recent victories have significantly boosted her earnings, bringing her total NFR winnings to $164,309.02. She is currently ranked sixth in the average standings but is closing in on Kinsel’s lead in the World Standings. Mowry’s performance has been consistent, with only one barrel down throughout the six rounds, positioning her well to move up in the average standings and challenge Kinsel for the World title.
Both Mowry and Kinsel have stuck with the same horses throughout the competition, a notable feat given that several other competitors have made horse changes. The intense rivalry between these two riders has captivated the audience, and with four rounds remaining, the outcome of the barrel racing event remains highly unpredictable.