This year, the Built Ford Tough Livestock Complex at Expo Square played host to 1,300 Pintos and more than 2,250 exhibitors from 43 states and four countries, including: Canada, Sweden, Denmark and Australia. This year, the PWC had over 30,000* judged class entries. Produced by the Pinto Horse Association of America Inc., the Pinto World Championship® showcased many disciplines for just about every type of equine, from: Western Pleasure, Showmanship, Barrel Racing and much more.

“This is my first year winning this contest. I was really anxious this morning to get up and see how I did,” Connor said. “My teammates and I have had a wonderful time in Fort Worth, and the judging competition has been great.”

“The gate this year will not be a rope gate, but a more commonly used metal gate,” said Pete Kyle, AQHA chief show officer. “We encourage qualifiers to practice opening and closing your gates at home to be ready to compete in trail.”