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Matched Horse Race World Finals

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Date: May 10, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM
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One of the most popular events of the weekend!

Watch as horse and rider face off against competing teams and the clock for a total purse of $1,100 and the winner a Buckle Set by Clint Conder. Races are held at the southeast area of the Expo Grounds on the Raydon Race Track. An open seat will be hard to find so get there early!

Books open at 2:00 pm with the flag dropping at 4:00 with dirt and horses flying down the track.

Last year, the blessed rain put a stop on the MHR, but this year, we are praying for mild weather so that we can see who claims the prize!

Entry Information

FAQ's
Do I need a grounds pass to get into the Matched Horse Races? YES! You will need a grounds pass or rodeo ticket to attend the races.

Can I park my vehicle inside the gate? There will be no vehicle parking inside of the gate. This area will be reserved for those purchasing a trailer spot only.

If I’m racing, will I need to bring papers for my horse? All competing horses must have a current Coggins and 45-day health certificate to enter. Please see the rules and fill the form out below under the "Register" button.

What time should I arrive to get a good seat? Arrive early! The Matched Horse Races is a popular event so stake out your place at least 45 minutes prior.

Pre-registration will close at 8:30 am May 9! Entries on the day of the race will cost $40 each, if there are any open slots.

The winner will receive a buckle and spurs made by Clint Conder. $1,100 prize money divided out to the following winners:

1st place = $500
2nd place = $300
3rd place = $200
4th place = $100

Clint Conder provides the buckle. Clint builds bits, spurs and buckles out of his shop in Godley, TX. Click here for his Facebook page or contact him at 575-420-0974.

Matched Horse Race Entry Form

The entry deadline is May 9, 2025.

  • Applications accepted with a discounted entry fee of $20 per horse until April 25, 2025.
  • After April 25, 2025 through May 9, 2025 entries will be accepted online with an entry fee of $40 per horse.
  • Entry fee on the day of the race is $40, if any slots are available.
  • Rider MUST be 18 years of age on race day.
  • All horses need a current Health Certificate & Negative Coggins report to be allowed in the gate onto the Expo Center grounds.
  • All horses must enter through Gate 5 on the southeast side of the Expo Center grounds. Officials will help you park in the appropriate area. Click HERE for a map of the grounds.
  • Rider must use a western saddle. The race is a timed event and is run on a 200 yard length dirt track.
  • Horse and rider are accompanied by a pony horse from the finish line area to the start line, where once the Flag Man drops the flag, the rider must pivot their horse around and race to the opposite end of the track to cross the finish line.

Personal Information

Horse #1 Information

Horse #2 Information

Horse #3 Information

Horse #4 Information

Horse #5 Information

Horse #6 Information

You must enter the number of horses you are racing to proceed.
MHR Quantity
$20/horse. Please select the # of horses.
2025 Matched Horse Races
$20.00
*Charges will be from Expo Center of Taylor County.

WAIVER & RELEASE

As a voluntary, willing participant and racing contestant in the Western Heritage Classic Matched Horse Race World Finals, and for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, including, without limit, the payment by me of the required entry fee, I hereby acknowledge that my eligibility to participate as a contestant in certain activities described herein is expressly conditioned upon my representations in this Release. I hereby release and discharge the EXPO CENTER OF TAYLOR COUNTY, WEST­ ERN HERITAGE CLASSIC, its referees, contestants, participants, sponsors, committees, volunteers, staff, agents, representatives, employees, directors and officers (collectively "WESTERN HERITAGE CLASSIC") from any liability or responsibility directly or indirectly related to all Matched Horse Race World Finals activities which could be hazardous and dangerous to me, my property, other persons in my group, or the property of others, including, without limitation, riding in the race itself, being near other contestants or horses, being around the race track, or being on the premises controlled by WESTERN HERITAGE CLASSIC. My release and discharge of WESTERN HERITAGE CLASSIC covers and includes, without limitation, any claim, right or cause of action by reason of any injury (including death) or damage to me or anyone associated with or related to me for injury or damage to my property or the property of others irrespective of how such injury or damage may be caused. I understand and acknowledge that the activities that I may engage in are inherently hazardous and dangerous and specifically involve the racing of horses at high speed on a temporary race track with a fence and crowd that are both in close proximity to the track and I understand that these hazards and dangers present a definite risk of harm. I acknowledge that I have actual knowledge of and appreciation for this hazard, danger and risk of harm. I further represent and agree that WESTERN HERITAGE CLASSIC has adequately warned me of the hazards, dangers and risks of harm associated with my participation in these activities and that my status as a contestant and participant in these activities is expressly conditioned upon and subject to my full acknowledgement and appreciation of both the risk of harm and adequacy of this warning. I further under­ stand that WESTERN HERITAGE CLASSIC is relying upon my representations that I acknowledge the adequacy of the warning and appreciate the risk of harm. I understand that, during my participation in these activities, the negligence of other persons may cause serious injury or death to me or damage my property or the property of others even though these other persons are being reasonably supervised. I fully agree to be solely responsible for any minor child for whom I am a parent, guardian, custodian or conservator. This Release shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon my heirs, successors and assigns.

OFFICIALS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CHANGE YOUR RACE TIME. YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED.

Waiver & Release
Please Read and acknowledge by checking the box.
  • Books open at 2:00 pm Saturday, May 10, 2025 for those not entered online by May 9, 2025. Entries will be $40 each horse for day of event entries.
  • Draw at 3:30 pm.
  • Races will start at 4:00 pm and run until there is a winner.
  • Rider MUST be 18 years of age on race day. Proof of Age is REQUIRED. Please bring your ID.

Buckle Set by Clint Conder will be awarded to the winner and $1100 prize money divided out to the following winners:

1st place = $500
2nd place = $300
3rd place = $200
4th place = $100
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2024 Matched Horse Race World Finals RESULTS

1. Jenn Perry
2. Aurora Sikes
3. Wesley Burns
4. Destiny Hatfield
Entry Forms will be available in the spring of 2025! Check back soon!

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