The Breakaway Breakdown: Josie Conner, American Rodeo Champion

Josie Conner is $100,000 richer thanks to a1.89-second runthat clinched the win at The American Rodeo on Saturday, April 12, 2025, marking her sixth trip to the prestigious event.

The victory came as Conner’s second win of the day, following a 1.99-second run in the Round of 10 with2024 Horse of the Year Stylish Drifter, known as “Dutch.”That run broke the 2-second mark for the first time on Saturday.

“This rodeo is incredible and one I’ve always tried to win,” said Conner, 21. “I’ve been coming since I was 15 in 2019. This is an amazing payday and an amazing rodeo.”

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