$16 Million Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale Primer

The Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale is a yearly competition held in Las Vegas during the National Finals Rodeo, where participants from worldwide compete for $16 million in payouts. Find out everything you need to know about the event here.

Jenna Link | Nov 30, 2023

$16 Million Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale Primer /

The Ariat World Series of Team Roping (WSTR) Finale is a highly anticipated amateur handicapped team roping competition held every year at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The eight-day event offers a staggering $16 million in payouts across nine divisions, attracting over 3,000 participants and horses from all over the world. The event coincides with the National Finals Rodeo, allowing team ropers to experience both events simultaneously.

Find out everything you need to know about the event below:

Date and Location:

Dec. 9-17, 2023
The South Point Hotel and Casino Arena

Qualifications:

The WSTR allows independent contractors to hold qualification ropings throughout the year, providing members with an opportunity to participate in the Finale event. With nine different divisions, each having specific caps and a minimum age requirement of 21 years (except the Open and #14.5). All divisions follow the same format, and winning teams earning at least $4000 are eligible to enter the specific Finale division. However, there are other ways to qualify for the finale, including for Legacy Ropers, Silver Legacy Ropers, and through direct entry.

Format:

The WSTR Finale consists of a four header aggregate featuring three full go-rounds and a short round. The top eight teams from each rotation advance to the short round. Additionally, the fastest team overall per every 100 teams in the division who don't qualify for the short round also move on. Every team that makes the short round is guaranteed a payout, with the exact amount determined by their performance in the round.

How to Watch:

Attending the WSTR Finale is a free event, but if you can't make it in person, you can still catch the action through the live stream on wstroping.com.

More Information:

Visit wstroping.com for detailed information on the event's schedule and more.

Published Nov 30, 2023

JENNA LINK

Jenna Link is an accomplished journalist with a passion for rodeo. Born and raised in Arizona, she grew up competing in barrel racing, team roping and breakaway. After studying marketing at Arizona State University, Jenna honed her skills working for top media outlets in the Western industry, which eventually led her to journalism. Today, she works for Sports Illustrated’s Rodeo Daily, where her career and passion for rodeo combine. Despite her busy schedule, Jenna still finds time to compete in rodeos and jackpots. With her unique perspective as both a journalist and a rodeo athlete, Jenna brings a fresh and insightful voice to her reporting.