Genuity Classic

The next stop on the list for the Built Ford Tough Series is at #21 is Des Moines, Iowa for the Genuity Classic. The Wells Fargo Arena will play host to the world’s top bull riders and the toughest bulls in the country on May 8-9. The VERSUS network airs the PBR events every Saturday and Sunday evening. Be sure to check www.pbrnow.com for upcoming cities, ticket information, and complete broadcast times.

Worcester Event Title

At stop #20 on the prestigious Built Ford Tough Series, two-time PBR World Champion Chris Shivers left victorious after totaling 350 points on four bulls and took home the coveted U.S. Air Force Invitational event title. He pocketed a check for $34,746.50 and collected valuable points in the 2009 World Standings. In round one, Shivers took on the bull, Legacy, for 86.25 points. He rode Gappy Joe for 86 points in round two and scored another 86 points in round three after riding Push Baby. Shivers went into the Built Ford Tough Championship Round in first place and chose to ride the bull, Buckeye. He tamed the bull for 91.75 points. Shivers was one of only four men to ride all four of his bulls over the three-day event.