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    Schumacher Sails to $2 Million

    The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is proud to recognize Gina Schumacher of Gordonville, Texas, as its newest $2 Million Rider. The 28-year-old Swiss native reached the milestone during the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel. Schumacher earned more than $20,000 at the event, including a seventh-place finish in the Colston Paving Inc. 4-Year-Old […]

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    New Class Option Opens Door to Bigger Payouts for Emerging Reiners at 2025 NRHA Futurity

    The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is introducing a major earnings opportunity at the 2025 NRHA Futurity with the launch of the NRHA Futurity Challenge Purse. This new optional-entry class adds $172,000 in fresh added money specifically for Levels 1 through 3 riders. With projected payouts nearing $390,000 across the Open and Non Pro divisions, the […]

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    ARC Gunnabeabigstar NRHA Million Dollar Sire

    The National Reining Horse Association welcomes ARC Gunnabeabigstar to the distinguished group of NRHA Million Dollar Sires, a milestone achieved during the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel. The 2011 stallion, owned by Rancho Los Palominos and bred by NRHA Corporate Partner Arcese Quarter Horses USA, has made his mark both in the show […]

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    Magnum Chic Dream Reaches $13 Million Milestone

    The National Reining Horse Association congratulates Magnum Chic Dream for becoming the fifth sire in NRHA history to cross the $13 million mark in offspring earnings. The 1996 stallion continues to make an enduring impact on the sport with nearly 900 money-earning progeny and 30 offspring each surpassing $100,000 in NRHA lifetime earnings. Bred by […]

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    2025 EAC: July 14–19 / Le Pin, France

    7.19.25: Fonck Tops the $10,000-Added NRHA European Affiliate Open Championship 7.18.25: First EAC Champions Crowned at the 2025 NRHA European Affiliate Championships 7.17.25: Ancillary Action Continues at the 2025 NRHA European Affiliate Championships 7.16.25: NRHA Ancillary Classes Open the 2025 NRHA European Affiliate Championships 7.15.25: NRHA European Affiliate Championships Set to Begin With the NRHA […]

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    Matt Palmer Rides to a Million

    The National Reining Horse Association is proud to welcome Matthew Palmer of Elverson, Pennsylvania, to the prestigious group of NRHA Million Dollar Riders. Palmer, a 43-year-old NRHA Professional, surpassed the million-dollar mark during The Homecoming Reining Series 1 after earning top placings in Levels 4 and 3 of the Open Derby. Aboard Late N Hollywood, […]

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