The National Reining Breeders Classic (NRBC) is set to return to the Built Ford Tough Livestock Complex at Expo Square from April 14–25, bringing together top horses and riders for one of reining’s most highly anticipated limited-age events.
Featuring significant payouts, opportunities for Run For A Million youth and non-pro qualifiers, and a range of derby competitions, the 2026 NRBC will showcase elite talent while highlighting horses sired by the program’s enrolled stallions.
Originally launched in 1998 with over $210,000 in payouts, the NRBC has grown into one of the premier events in the sport, distributing more than $31 million through 2025. Over the course of 12 days in Tulsa, reiners of all levels will compete across classic, derby, youth, and ancillary divisions, as the industry’s next standout horses emerge in the show pen.
Stay tuned for daily updates, top scores, and champions from the 2026 NRBC.
For live coverage, you can watch the NRBC Livestream here.
April 14
NRBC Open Classic Prelim Leaders following day 1:
Level 4
1. Custom Dreams – Casey L. Deary – CUSTOM DREAMS BRAZIL – 228
2. Alpha Viking – Andrea Fappani – Alpha Vargo Partners – 225
3. Steamy Dreams – Craig C. Schmersal – DIAMOND CREEK RANCH – 224.5
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Level 3
1. Queen Mary Jane – Yonathan Baruch – B&D Reining Horses – 223.5
2. Savage Love – Marco Ricotta – Jenny Ricotta Marco Ricotta – 221
3. Vulcano – Franco Bertolani – Vulcano LLC – 221
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And so on for Levels 2, 1, and Prime Time.
$30K Novice Horse Open Derby Leaders following day 1:
1. Walla Deja Cricket – Fernando Salgado – Rancho Los Palominos – 220.5
2. She Is So Dreamy – Mirjam Stillo – Carter M Smith – 219.5
3. Super Luigi – Justin W. Mathison – TD Ranch LLC – 216.5
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And so on for other placements.
4-Year-Old Breeders Cup Leaders following day 1:
Level 4 Breeders Cup
1. Noize Complaint – Cade McCutcheon – Bosque Ranch Performance Horse – 225
2. Belissimo – Casey L. Deary – Arcese Quarter Horses USA – 224.5
3. Steamy Dreams – Craig C. Schmersal – DIAMOND CREEK RANCH – 224.5
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And so on for Levels 3, 2, and 1.
APHA Chrome Cash Leaders following day 1:
1. Custom Dreams – Casey L. Deary – CUSTOM DREAMS BRAZIL – 228
2. Steamy Dreams – Craig C. Schmersal – DIAMOND CREEK RANCH – 224.5
3. When Stars Come Out – Francesco Martinotti – Eitan Abu – 224.5
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And so on for other placements.
Stay tuned for more updates on April 15 and beyond as the NRBC competition unfolds.