Rookie 2
Challenge

The 2026 Semi-Finals are in the books. Meet the Rookie 2 field headed to Las Vegas — the riders who came through the Semi-Finals, alongside the international qualifiers who punched their ticket straight to the show.

Entry & Eligibility

Rookie 2 Semi-Finals Qualified Riders by Event

Riders qualify only once and do not need to compete in the Challenge on the horse that was used to qualify. To compete, riders must own the horse based on NRHA rules. See entry information and schedule for complete information.

NRHA Category 11 Approved

Important Considerations: Eligibility for the Semi-Final Qualifying Events is based on NRHA Eligibility at the time of the event. However, eligibility to compete at the 2026 TRFAM Semi-Finals is based on the eligibility of the rider as of January 1, 2026. For example, a rider may qualify for the Rookie 2 Semi-Finals in 2025 but be ineligible for Rookie 2 in 2026 due to earnings. It is the responsibility of the contestant to monitor earnings.

August 2026 · Las Vegas

See them run for it

These riders compete in the Rookie 2 Challenge at The Run For A Million. Check the schedule and draws, or grab your seat for the show.

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