Saddle Bronc Standout Gus Gaillard Talks Upcoming American Rodeo

Texas’ own Gus Gaillard is $1 million eligible.

Gus Gaillard is leading the Rookie Race and adding to his already successful 2025 season is his debut at the American Rodeo. With four attempts to qualify under his belt, this one paid off and Gaillard is Globe Life Field bound.

“I’m just having a lot of fun riding broncs and doing what I love, you know. I’ve dreamed about my rookie year and being a card holder in the PRCA for my whole life and I’m finally living my dreams so I’m just trying to get to the top every chance I get,” Gaillard said.

It was two 82.5-point rides at the Central Region Qaulifier that cinched Gaillard his place at Globe Life. He is one of many gunning for that coveted $1 million.

“I try not to think about it too much but dang, it’d sure help out. I’ve got a lot of big goals and big things that I want to do with my life after rodeo and $1 million would be a headstart on all that. So, I’m just going to try to ride my best and dang sure excited and grateful for the opportunity,” he said.

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