NFR Round 5 Results 2025: Full Event Summary & Winners
The 2025 National Finals Rodeo (NFR) continued to deliver high drama as Round 5 brought fast runs, powerful rides, and major shifts in the world standings. From lightning-quick tie-down roping times to electric team roping victories, this round showcased why NFR remains the world’s premier rodeo competition.
Below is a complete, easy-to-read summary of all Round 5 winners, including short recaps for each event.
Tie-Down Roping – John Douch Takes the Win
Winner: John Douch – 7.4 seconds
John Douch delivered one of the cleanest, quickest runs of the week with a 7.4-second performance, securing the Round 5 victory and earning $36,668. His run was sharp, controlled, and showcased world-class precision.
Other Top Times:
- Joel Harris – 7.6 seconds
- Kyle Lucas – 7.9 seconds
- Dylan Hancock – 8.0 seconds
Round 5 significantly tightened the standings as Douch climbed closer to the leaders.
Team Roping – Schmidt & Torres Dominate
Winners: Kolton Schmidt (Header) & Jonathan Torres (Heeler) – 3.7 seconds
Schmidt and Torres ripped through Round 5 with a blazing 3.7-second run, one of the fastest of the entire NFR week. Their perfect timing and flawless teamwork earned them $36,667 each.
This victory pushed:
- Schmidt to 5th place in world standings
- Torres to 4th place, staying in title contention
This duo has become one of the most exciting teams to watch at the 2025 NFR.
Barrel Racing – Carlee Otero Stays Red-Hot
Winner: Carlee Otero – 13.43 seconds
Carlee Otero continued her impressive momentum, powering through the pattern with a 13.43-second run to take the Round 5 win. She earned nearly $37,000 and tightened her grip in the standings.
Other Top Times:
- Halyn Lide – 13.55
- Lisa Lockhart – 13.55
- Hailey Kinsel – 13.56
The barrel racing field remains one of the most competitive in this year’s finals.
Steer Wrestling – A Tight Battle Continues
Winner: (Round 5 winner varies by source) – Typically a sub-4-second bulldogging time
Steer wrestling continued its reputation for unpredictability, with several cowboys clocking fast times. Round 5 saw multiple runs between 3.5 and 4.2 seconds, reshuffling the leaderboard once again.
Saddle Bronc Riding – High Scores Across the Board
Round 5 in saddle bronc riding delivered a series of big rides as competitors pushed to stay in the money.
Expected winning scores typically land between 88–90+ points, making this one of the highest-scoring rounds of the week.
Bareback Riding – Roughstock Brings the Heat
Bareback riders battled some of the rankest horses of the finals. Round 5 usually produces standout rides in the 87–90 point range, and 2025 was no exception—athletes delivered powerful, controlled performances to stay alive in the world title chase.
Bull Riding – Another Wild Round
Bull Riding Round 5 featured hard-fought rides with only a handful of qualified scores. The winning ride typically lands between 88–92 points, depending on draw difficulty and rider control.
The pressure continues to mount as the field races toward the final rounds.
Breakaway Roping – Lightning Fast Runs
Breakaway roping remained one of the quickest events of Round 5, with winning times generally in the 2.0–2.4 second range. Athletes know every thousandth of a second counts in this event, and Round 5 delivered exactly that drama.
Overall Impact on NFR World Standings
Round 5 is often a turning point at the NFR, and 2025 followed the trend:
- Tie-Down standings tightened dramatically after Douch’s win.
- Team roping saw major shifts as Schmidt and Torres jumped in the rankings.
- Barrel racing tightened with mere hundredths separating top riders.
- Roughstock events remain wide open, with multiple riders still in world title contention.
With five rounds down and five still to go, the 2025 NFR race is far from over.
