Our ARBC support team of well over 35 people , worked relentlessly not only at the event , yet in the lead up to putting on an event of this size . Show organisers work alongside the Western Downs Regional Council in this pursuit and thank WDRC for its support in assisting this show to also be a featured to residence of the region .
We livestreamed our entire competition to 18 countries around the world with over 22,000 viewers logging in to watch the action live , thank you to our live stream major sponsor Shiney and Nu . We would like to thank each one of our support team , sponsors & competitors personally for their time and dedication to the success of the ARBC Show .
NEW to this years ARBC Show , the OPEN and NON PRO Futurity attracting a record number of futurity horses to compete for a total prize pool of $ 16,500 .
Our foundation feature event $ 45,000 Total Prize Pool OPEN and Non Pro Derby , saw the introduction of a First Go Round and exciting Derby Shootout . Our Major sponsors for this event being Lil Joe Cash and we were excited to welcome his owner Russell Giles and her brother Scott to the ARBC . Damen Lowrie owner of DVL Saddlery and Equine handcrafted a reining trophy saddle that , well stopped the show , Damen thank you .
ARBC Event Organisers are proud to announce 2023 Payouts to all competitors saw a total of just over $ 150,000 in Cash Prizes presented across all disciplines Plus Prizes valued at over $ 75,000 including 5 handcrafted Trophy Saddles thanks to DVL Saddlery & Equine , Toprail Equine , Fort Worth Saddlery , Welsh Custom Saddles & Onya Quarter Horses and QRS Equine Services . To name & thank a few of our Major sponsors ; Lil Joe Cash , Shiney and Nu , Shiney Outlaw , Whiskey River Cattle Co , Harking Electrical Services , Total Steel , Al Capone , RS Chisum , Cinch Australia , ARIAT Australia , Stance Global , Backhouse Training Stables , Nathan Wilson Training Stables , Bet Hesa Boon , Beniah , Lil Nu It All , RS Chisum , Gunners Special Nite , Christelle Gilmore for the stunning garlands , Other feature prizes included , a Thomas Arena Products 2.4m HD Arena Drag , Services to Brother Tuff Wood , two Silver handcrafted ARBC bridles , show bridle by Fort Worth Saddlery , Ariat Bags , Custom made ARBC Knives , over 17 reserve championship rugs , 17 Championship Garlands kindly sponsored by Simply Sensational Garlands , Product and Voucher prizes from our valued sponsors and much more given out over the weeklong show . All of this is only possible with the support of our incredible sponsors and enthusiastic competitors , we thank you all for supporting this great event .
th Saddlery , Ariat Bags , Custom made ARBC Knives , over 17 reserve championship rugs , 17 Championship Garlands kindly sponsored by Simply Sensational Garlands , Product and Voucher prizes from our valued sponsors and much more given out over the week-long show . All of this is only possible with the support of our incredible sponsors and enthusiastic competitors , we thank you all for supporting this great event .
The 2023 ARBC Australia ’ s Greatest Horseman event once again never fails to deliver an exciting event for all in attendance and watching live around the world . We welcomed 38 of Australia ’ s best horse and rider combinations to compete for a record prize pool , a QRS Equine Services Trophy Saddle and the title of 2023 Australia ’ s Greatest Horseman . Competition began with the 2 handed cutting and Drywork down the fence segment to narrow the field down to the top 15 horse and rider combinations . Top 3 scores in 1ST Go Round of the 2 Handed Cutting Phase 1st Mark Buttsworth riding PEPS DOUBLE REY $ 3,000 , 2nd Rob Leach riding SHIRLEY SHINEY $ 1,000 , Tied 3rd Quentin Stapleton riding WK SPOONFULLA FRECKLES $ 250 & Mark Buttsworth riding BRANCHVALE METAL ALLOY $ 250
Top 3 scores in 1ST Go Round of the Drywork & Down the Fence phase 1st Rob Leach riding SHIRLEY SHINEY $ 3,000 , 2nd Mark Buttsworth riding PEPS DOUBLE REY $ 1,000 , 3rd Quentin Stapleton riding WK SPOONFULLA FRECKLES $ 500 Thank you to our major sponsors of this prestigious event , Shiney Outlaw , Whiskey River Cattle Co , Harking Electrical Services , Thomas Arena Products , QRS Equine Services and TOTAL STEEL .
Congratulations to the 2023 ARBC Australia ’ s Greatest Horseman Champion Rob Leach riding Hells Destiny owned by Greg Ellison and all 15 Finalists in this prestigious event .
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Rob picked up a Cheque for $ 15,000 , the AGH Championship Buckle , Perpetual Cup , garland sponsored by Simply Sensational Garland , and the winning back shield presented in a framed memorabilia box along with his Championship Jacket .
2023 AQHA YEARBOOK ~ MAY / JUNE ISSUE