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Kirchenschlager. Harrison. Brazile. Richard. Yates. Those names have all dominated the futurity headlines since the sport exploded onto the scene back in 2017.

Rope horse futurities have, without a doubt, been a game changer for the Open guys, the breeding business and plenty of owners. But in 2022, there’s never been a better time to have a lower-numbered Global Handicaps card and ride a good horse. Futurities—from the American Rope Horse Futurity Association to the Royal Crown and now the Riata Buckle—are offering huge payouts to the select few recreational ropers who are proud of their horse flesh and willing to put their money up to show