Stetson Wright leads Rusty Wright by $4,098 at the top of saddle bronc riding

Stetson Wright, from Beaver, UT, leads the 2026 PRCA Saddle Bronc Riding standings. He has earned $174,849 this season. This figure places him first overall in the discipline.

Rusty Wright, from Milford, UT, sits second in the standings. He has accumulated $170,751 in earnings. Rusty Wright trails Stetson Wright by $4,098. This narrow margin positions the two riders in close contention.

Both Stetson Wright and Rusty Wright have three wins this year. Stetson Wright's three victories contribute to his leading total of $174,849. Rusty Wright's three wins factor into his $170,751 total. The identical number of wins underlines the competition between them.

The 2026 PRCA season started October 1, 2025. It will run through September 30, 2026. The season included a winter run. Rodeos took place in Denver, Fort Worth, San Antonio, Houston, and Austin. Following the winter circuit, the spring season featured events in California. These included Red Bluff, Clovis, and Redding.

Reno is a major stop this week. Competitors are gathering for the event. The week of July 4 features Cowboy Christmas. This period includes rodeos in Cody, Prescott, Greeley, St. Paul, and Red Lodge. These events offer opportunities for riders to increase season earnings.

The summer run extends beyond Cowboy Christmas. Cheyenne hosts its rodeo in late July. It begins with a qualifying format in 2026. Salinas and Pendleton, with their grass arenas, are also key events. Ellensburg is another notable stop in the late summer schedule.

The Cinch Playoffs are scheduled for Sioux Falls. They are a part of the rodeo season. Qualification for the Wrangler NFR depends on a rider's total earnings during the regular season. Only the top 15 in each event qualify.

The Wrangler NFR is set for December 3-12, 2026. It will take place in Las Vegas. The competition throughout the remainder of the summer will determine the final standings for both Stetson Wright and Rusty Wright. Their performance in upcoming rodeos will impact their qualification for the finals. ```