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With the dust finally settling on the remarkable bull riding season, the rodeo world has seen many teenage sensations take center stage. Kade Madsen has proven himself to be titanium tough with his rare strength and sheer determination. Now, another bull-riding ace is contending for the same limelight and has proven his worth in recent competitions.

John Crimber first came to the rodeo scene quite early in life. Recently, the 18-year-old prodigy earned his fourth victory within the span of a month. The young Texan looked glad of his latest exploits at the PBR World Finals and even added a touch of celebration with a spicy groove.

Bull riding prodigy enjoying the energy of the arena

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John Crimber’s official rise to stardom began on November 10 with the start of the 24-event Sprint of the World Finals. Suffice it to say the atmosphere at the AT&T Stadium was electric each night of the rodeo. The young bull riding phenom soaked in the energy coming from the bleachers and grooved to the music playing on the loudspeakers. PBR posted a short Instagram video of Crimber enjoying himself with the caption, “When the beat takes over”.

 

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He debuted during the PBR Challenger Series a day after turning eighteen. As the son of bull riding legend Paulo Crimber, this young gun skyrocketed to the number 2 rank on the Challenger Global standings. Heralded as a prodigy with generational talent, Crimber has risen in the estimate of rodeo fans.

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Rodeo fans react to John Crimber’s talent

The rodeo fans levied huge compliments on the young scion of the bull riding legend. One fan relished his winnings, stating, “This years world champ. Back-to-back rookies winning it all”. A fan succinctly expressed his adoration, commenting, “Little one, giant one. He is the top”. Next, one fan proclaimed his pride, writing, “It’s so good to see this boy”.

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One fan judged Crimber’s performance as haughty, remarking, “Kid will be humbled once he stops getting every bull into his hand”. Lastly, another fan presented a different view of confidence, stating, “He thinks he’s too much!!! No doubt he will be a great champion…” Overconfident or not, John Crimber is a one-of-a-kind athlete who only comes in a century. He is primed to rise to the top of the bull riding sport in the years to come.

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