History
The Barretos Rodeo started in 1956 as the first event of its kind in Latin America. Since its first edition, which was held under a circus tent, until now, not only has the event grown and made a name for itself, it has become the most important Brazilian back country cultural reference. With its international repercussion it has become part of the agenda for cowboys the world over.
With its 50th Anniversary in 2005, the Barretos Rodeo is highlighted in the national scene as one of the oldest entertainment events in the country, with a history of growth, success and projection.
1950`s
Foundation of “Os Independentes” on the 15th of July, 1955. The first Barretos Rodeo happens in 1956, for two days, with performances of Catira (a typical Brazilian country dance), Brazilian Folklore dances, 10 String guitar groups, the Queima do Alho (a typical cattle drive cook-off contest) and Ox –cart parades with folklore groups. At that time there was no Rodeo Queen contest - the club would choose a girl from town to represent the event. The first celebrations were held under rented circus tents, from circus owners Patativa and Fubeca. During this decade the rodeo was already the main attraction of the event thrilling spectators that identified themselves with the mix of sport and daily farm handling. The rodeo substituted the “Cavalhada tournaments”, which symbolized the fight of the Christians against the Moors.
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On the 15th of July, a group of 20 young men seated at a bar in the town of Barretos, state of São Paulo, found `Os Independentes`. Whoever wanted to join the club should be over 18 years of age, single and financially independent, as the intention of the group was to gather funds for assisting entities during the town`s anniversary celebrations. It was also established that the presidential term would last a year, but could be extended for a second year. For being the originator of the idea, Antonio Renato Prata is the first President.
 João Café Filho President Of the Republic |
 Jânio da Silva Quadros State Governor |
 René Ferreira Pena Barretos Municipal Mayor |
 Antonio Renato Prata President of Os Independentes |
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At the age of 24, Joaquim Luiz Goulart takes over as President. In a meeting, it is established that gymkhanas, football matches and the pau-de-sebo (a 9m high greased pole where the contestant has to reach the top to win prize money), were to be part of the event’s programme. A horse breaking competition serves as inspiration for an event on the 25th of August, the town’s anniversary. The 1st Barretos Rodeo takes place during the 25th and 26th of August, under an old circus tent at the Paulo de Lima Correa enclosure. This is the first official event of its kind in Brazil. Anibal Araujo, a ranch hand, makes history as the first champion. The tradesman Orlando Araujo and the farmer Orestes Avila, both founding members of Os Independentes, are the presenters of the Rodeo, using a megaphone. Alaor de Avila is in charge of promoting the Rodeo, organizing the horses and inviting the cowboys. The livestock belonged to Ismar Jacinto from Franca, state of Sao Paulo, and was brought at no cost to the club. Arthur Vaz de Almeida (aka “Tuti”), organizes the N°1 Ranch which serves as an office. The cattle breeder Beto Junqueira was the judge.
 Juscelino Kubitschec – President of the Republic |
 Joaquim Goulart President of Os Independentes |
 Lecy Correa Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Anesio Teixeira da Silva is Champion in the Barretos Rodeo arena.
 Benedito Realindo Correa Barretos Municipal Mayor |
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Luis Gonzaga de Araujo, a “Barretense” (native of Barretos) from the heart, confirms his fame as a “tough” cowboy and wins the rodeo. Jose Domingos (aka Zequinha), takes over as President.
 José Sebastião Domingos President of Os Independentes |
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Ze Ribeiro begins his journey of victories in Barretos. He is the first non - Barretos native to win the competition, already on its fourth edition. Joaquim Luiz Goulart is again voted President of “Os Independentes.
 Carvalho Pinto State Governor |
 José Amêndola Neto Barretos Municipal Mayor |
 Nasta Rosa Barretos Rodeo Queena |
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The event, now known throughout the country, goes on to last for five days, with foreign cowboys from Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay taking part and also with presentations of South American folklore dances, and also from many regions of Brazil. In 1964 the event is declared of public use and is made official by a State Law. In 1967 the Club acquires its first asset, a building in town which became the administration headquarters. The beginning of this formation of assets was fundamental for changes in the Club’s policies. During this period the event has artistic performances by Chico Buarque and Mazzaropi (famous Brazilian actor and film-maker).
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In its 5th edition Barretos recovers its hegemony, with Uides Garcia da Rocha, a Barretos native, becoming champion. Alaor de Avila takes over as President for the first time. Mauricio Lourenco Faria rides for the first time in Barretos. This was the beginning of the career of one of the greatest names in the sport.
 Cristiano de Carvalho Barretos Municipal Mayor |
 Alaor de Ávila President of Os Independentes |
 Adenir Ribeiro Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Ze Ribeiro repeats his feat in Barretos and becomes the first cowboy to win the rodeo twice, riding “Sirido”, owned by Claudionor Goncalves “Branquinho”. Mauricio Faria comes in 2nd place. The Bradesco Bank starts to believe in this sport and begins to sponsor the event. Roberto de Ávila Lima, Alaor Ávila’s brother, takes over as President.
 Roberto de Ávila President of Os Independentes |
 Isa Nogueira Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Ze Ribeiro becomes Champion for the second successive time and is considered the best rider in the country for the third time. Zé shares first place on the podium with Mauricio Faria. This is the first time a tie happens at the Rodeo. Mauricio rode “Cacique”, unbeaten until now and owned by Ze Capitão.
 João Goulart President of the Republic |
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Ze Ribeiro becomes the first rider to win three consecutive times and becomes four-time Champion of the Rodeo. Anibal Araujo, the first cowboy to win the rodeo retires from competing. Jose Brandão Tupynambá takes over as President of “Os Independentes”.
 Adhemar Barros State Governor |
 José Tupynambá President of Os Independentes |
 Aparecida Rama Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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The Barretos Rodeo is declared by State Decree as being of “Public Utility” for its economic importance to the municipality. João Vaz de Almeida breaks Zé Ribeiro’s victory sequence, winning on the filly “Carabina”, owned by Zé Capitão. Tupynambá is re-elected as president. Arthur Oscar Vaz de Almeida, “Seo Tuti Junqueira”, becomes the official Barretos Rodeo judge.
 Castello Branco President of the Republic |
 João Rocha Barretos Municipal Mayor |
 Romilda Maia Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Pablo Teixeira Cardoso, a Uruguayan cowboy, beats Osmar Marchi, the best rider of the time and wins the rodeo finals. Pablo made a point of riding blind-folded in the finals.
 Bié Machione President of Os Independentes |
 Leda Queiroz Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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A “little black guy”, as he would usually identify himself, begins his career as rodeo announcer. His name was Antonio de Souza, from Regente Feijó, State of São Paulo, but he was better known as known as “Ze do Prato”. Using his creativity, he lends a new light on rodeo announcing, saying prayers at the events Opening and Closing ceremony and playing the National Anthem as a sign of patriotism. Osmar Marchi from Barretos, wins the rodeo.
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“Os Independentes” acquire their first headquarters, an old house in the centre of town, built in 1912. Osmar Marchi becomes the best rider of the year, winning the rodeo again. Nivaldo Gomes takes over from Roberto de Ávila as President.
 Costa e Silva President of the Republic |
 Abreu Sodré State Governor |
 NIvaldo Gomes President of Os Independentes |
 Beatriz Jacinto Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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“Os Independentes” change their statutes. As of this year the members could get married, although to become a member they would still have to be bachelors. Benedito Alves de Souza, aka “Bene”, from the town of Bom Despacho in the state of Minas Gerais, wins the Rodeo.
 Ana Rosa Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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First place in the rodeo is a tie again, divided between João José dos Santos (aka “Terra Seca”) from Jacobina, State of Bahia and Geraldo Ribeiro “Goiano”de Carvalho from Jaraguá, State of Goiás. Daniel Bampa Neto takes over as President of “Os Independentes” for the first time.
 Daniel Bampa Neto President of Os Independentes |
 Ana Maria Barretos Rodeo Queen |
1970’s
The first contest for the choice of the Rodeo Queen happens in 1970. The first Presidential visit happens in 1972, with Emílio Garrastazu Médici as President of Brazil. The idea of building the “Parque do Peão” was launched during this period as well as the first typical ball called the “Peão e Sambão”, which took place at the Barretos Gremio Club.
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Germano Félix is the first rider from the state of Paraná to win in Brazil’s most famous rodeo arena.
 Emilio Médici President of the Republic |
 Adelaide Coutinho Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Alaor de Ávila becomes President of “Os Independentes” again after 11 years. Laurindo Bernardes from Jales, State of São Paulo, is champion.
 Laudo Natel State Governor |
 Margarida Cunha Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Benedito Alves de Souza becomes champion again, winning the duel against Geraldo “Goiano” de Carvalho, Laurindo Bernardes, Maurício Faria, Orides do Nascimento and José Ribeiro. Heublein, makers of Drurys Whiskey, is the first company to do merchandising in the Barretos Rodeo arena. The President of the Republic, Emílio Garrastazu Médici, together with the President of Volkswagen, Mr. Sauer participate in the rodeo’s Opening Ceremony.
 Maria Alice Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Volkswagen of Brazil becomes the first official sponsor of the Brazilian rodeo. Laurindo Bernardes becomes champion again and becomes the first rider to win a car as a prize, a 1300 VW Beetle. The bull riding event is introduced only as a show, no prizes were given. The first stock contractor to bring bulls to the Barretos Rodeo was João Gargalaque. As this was a new event at the rodeo, there were no bull riders, so the horse riders started giving it a try.
 Camila Kitagawa Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Even while still recovering from a fractured leg, Orídes Edson do Nascimento wins the Rodeo. In the city of São Paulo, stock contractor João Gargalaque organized bull riding presentations with a masked rider known as Toninho Cabeludo or Hairy Tony. It was during these short rodeos that only lasted a day, that the future Barretos champion Pedro Gomes de Aragão began his career.
 Ernesto Geisel President of the Republic |
 Ary Ribeiro Barretos Municipal Mayor |
 Hugo Resende President of Os Independentes |
 Cristina Grota Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Pedro Gomes de Aragão begins his path as one of the greatest champions in the history of national rodeo, winning in Barretos at the age of 26 and also winning the first car in his brilliant career. Virgílio de Ávila Lima is President of “Os Independentes”.
 Paulo Egydio State Governor |
 Virgilio de Ávila President of Os Independentes |
 Elenice Ramos Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Pedro Gomes de Aragão is again champion of Barretos.
 Nagila Roquetti Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Valter Teixeira Vilera (Bill) breaks Pedro Aragão’s victory sequence. José Sebastião Domingues, aka Zequinha, is President once again. São Paulo State Governor Paulo Egídio Martins visits the Rodeo. Rubico de Carvalho Filho introduces the bull rope and leather chaps after having lived in the United States.
 Melek Geraige Barretos Municipal Mayor |
 Tânia Vedovato Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Carlos Roberto Santos leaves the State capital São Paulo and wins in Barretos.
 Márcia Soares Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Tarcísio Pinheiro from Tupã, state of São Paulo, wins the horse riding event and Paulo Eduardo Schneider from Fernandópolis, also State of São Paulo wins the bull riding.
 João Figueiredo President of the Republic |
 Paulo Maluf State Governor |
 Tânia Ribeiro Barretos Rodeo Queen |
1980’s
During the 80’s many significant changes happened to consolidate the Rodeo as the biggest country event in Brazil.
At the beginning of the decade the riders official clothes are no longer the bombachas, which are breeches typically worn by the Gaucho horsemen, the neck scarf, the knee high buckled boots and the wide leather belt, known as a “guaiaca”. Influenced by the American cowboys, tight fitting jeans and a leather belt with a buckle take over as the new official riding clothes.
In 1980 the Club expands its asset base after acquiring almost 240 acres of land for the installation of the Parque do Peão. The internationalization of the Barretos Rodeo began with the bull riding event in 1983. The 30th Edition of the Rodeo happened in this new venue in 1985, with thousands of visitors flocking from all over the country. In 1989 the Rodeo Arena was inaugurated. Designed by Oscar Niemeyer it has a seating capacity for 35 thousand spectators. Also during this period, the First 10 String Guitar Contest was held, the First Junior Cowboy Rodeo happened and Brazilian Presidents João Figueiredo and José Sarney both attended the event.
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Alceu Garcia from Barretos, known as the best cattle horn blower or “berranteiro”, honours the Rodeo’s Silver Jubilee by playing the National Anthem. Donizete Alves debuts as official announcer and narrates horse riding winner Gilmar Pereira’s ride. In the finals he rode Roberto Conde’s horse “Bronze” Tião Procópio wins the bull riding on Murílio Tibério’s bull “Canarinho”.
 Lucimar Adamo Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Pedro Aragão wins for the third time in Barretos. “Os Independentes” buy 240 acres of land to build the Parque do Peao during Daniel Bampa Neto’s presidential management. The Paulo de Lima Correa enclosure was no longer big enough to hold so many people.
 Marli Silva Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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The bull riding event is not held at the Barretos Rodeo, which creates a protest from riders and the viewing public, demanding it to be made official.
 José Maria Marin State Governor |
 Sebastião Machado President of Os Independentes |
 Joana D'arc Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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With Marcos Abud Wohnrath becoming Rodeo Director, a position which he would hold for the next twenty years, the bull riding is now an official event on the Barretos Rodeo calendar, despite a lot of resistence but with help from Olinto Rodrigues de Sá Filho (Tuca). The prize for bull riding equals that of horse riding. Airton Filho from Riolandia, State of São Paulo is champion of the now official bull riding event of the Barretos Rodeo.
 Franco Montoro State Governor |
 Uebe Rezeck Barretos Municipal Mayor |
 Flávio Silva President of Os Independentes |
 Lucrécia de Ávila Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Barretos innovates again after holding the First Roots Music Festival, the “Violeira”, recovering the image of old Brazilian folk singers. At the end of this year, Mussa Calil Neto, President in Office at the time, starts the process for the transfer of the event to the Parque do Peão. For this to happen, he and all the Directors went to Rio de Janeiro to see the infra-structure being put togther for the Rock in Rio music event.
 Mussa Calil President of Os Independentes |
 Vanilda de Souza Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Still under Mussa Calil Neto’s Presidency, “Os Independentes” inaugurate the Parque do Peão, designed by the architect Oscar Niemeyer. Vilmar Felipe from Paulo de Faria, State of São Paulo, wins the bull riding.
 José Sarney President of the Republic |
 Vanessa Pizarro Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Salustiano Ribeiro from Paulo de Faria, State of São Paulo, becomes two-time bull riding champion. Amarildo Francisco from São José do Rio Preto, State of São Paulo, wins the horse riding.
 João Paulo President of Os Independentes |
 Fernanda Pádua Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Under the management of Marcos Abud Wohnrath, Barretos has its first Junior Cowboy Rodeo. Vilmar Felipe also becomes two – time bull riding champion. Jair Honório from Mirassol D’Oeste, State of Mato Grosso, wins the horse riding on the filly “Overdose” owned by Waltinho Biasi´s rodeo livestock company Cia. WR. The Brazilian President at the time, José Sarney Filho, visits the event and releases US$ 2 million budget for the construction of the Rodeo Arena.
 Orestes Quercia State Governoro |
 Milton Ferreira Barretos Municipal Mayor |
 Marcos Abud President of Os Independentes |
 Raquel Pintan Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Vítor de Souza (Vitão), from Aracatuba, State of São Paulo, wins the bull riding on the bull “Pelé”, owned by rodeo livestock company Paulo Emílio. The announcer Asa Branca debuts in the Barretos arena.
 Heloísa Marques Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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The Rodeo stadium, with a seated capacity of 35.000 people, is inaugurated under the management of President João Paulo Nogueira.
 Ibraim Martins Barretos Municipal Mayor |
 Ana Silvia Barretos Rodeo Queen |
1990’s
The first international event happened in 1994 with the participation of American, Canadian and Australian cowboys. This made it possible for Barretos to host a PBR (Professional Bull Riders) circuit where the winner had the opportunity to compete against the world´s greatest rodeo professionals at the NFR (National Finals Rodeo) which happens in Las Vegas every year. In 1996 another 60 acres of land was incorporated into the area of the Park. The Rodeo´s get better each year with the presence of international musical performers such as Garth Brooks and Alan Jackson.
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Jair Honório de Oliveira wins the “cutiano” (typical Brazilian horse riding event in rodeos) and Milton Célio Rosa from Paulo de Faria, SP, wins the bull riding.
 Fernando Collor President of the Republic |
 Juliana Domingues Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Emílio Carlos dos Santos, known as “Cacá” takes over as President of Os Independentes. Barretos enters the Guinness Book of World Records with a record of 950 rides registered during the event. Eder Arce riding the bull “Sapeca” and Rosanjo de Souza riding the horse “Faraó” are the winners of the rodeo.
 Fleury Filho State Governor |
 Cacá Santos President of Os Independentes |
 Sandra Masalskiene Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Vigílio de Gonçalves wins the Barretos Rodeo at 20 years of age.
 Gisele Barbosa Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Mauri Abud Wohnrath, Marcos Abud Wohnrath´s brother takes over as President and takes off to America together with Wilson Franco de Britto and Andrew McNabb to begin the first negotiations with foreign riders, something Marcos Abud had long dreamt of. Adriano Moraes joins them on this trip and returns the following year to the US, now being sponsored by FrigoríficoAnglo, a Barretos based abattoir, becoming the first Brazilian rider to be sponsored overseas. Barretos hosts the 1st Barretos International Rodeo with American, Canadian and Mexican riders. Virgílio Gonçalves wins the horse riding. The brewing company Brahma launches for the first time beer cans with the Rodeo´s logo. The “Violeira”, or 10 string guitar contest, is named “Rose Abrão” in honour of one of the greatest supporter and promoter of true Brazilian roots music.
 1st Beer can with the Barretos Rodeo Design |
 Itamar franco President of the Republic |
 Nelson James Barretos Municipal Mayor |
 Mauri Abud President of Os Independentes |
 Lilian da Silva Barretos Rodeo Queen |
 Mozarte R. Junior Bull Riding Champion |
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The 39th Barretos Rodeo exceeds all expectations with Brazilian rider Sigmar Colatrúglio from Potirendaba (SP) beating American rider Clint Branger and winning the 2nd Barretos International Rodeo. Luís Antônio Nascimento wins the “cutiano”, Fabrício Alves wins the bareback and Credenci da Cunha wins the first saddle bronc competition. The timed events are only experimental this year and Luciney “Testa” Nogueira wins the steer wrestling and calf roping. Tuff Hedeman wins the bull riding and along with Jim Sharp, gives the Barretos Rodeo a thumbs up.
 Juliana Sarri Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Virgílio Gonçalves is three – time horse riding winner and Edson Avelino wins the Barretos International Rodeo. The eight events, known as the Complete Rodeo, which include Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Riding, Cutiano, Team Roping, Calf Roping, Steer Wrestling and Barrel Racing are now officially part of the Barretos Rodeo which is now featured in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world´s biggest event.
 Fernando Henrique President of the Republic |
 Mário Covas State Governor |
 Jerônimo Muzetti President of Os Independentes |
 Marina Froner Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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On the 29th of January, the Rodeo promoters from Barretos-SP, Jaguariúna –SP, Presidente Prudente – SP and Goiânia – GO, create the National Federation of the Complete Rodeo (FNRC). Márcio Benedito Ferreira (Pulguinha) scores 93 points on the bull “Pedra 90”, owned by livestock contractor Cidon from Iturama, state of Minas Gerais, at the semi-finals.
 Hellen Ganzarolli Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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The 42nd Barretos Rodeo takes place along with the 5th Barretos International Rodeo, which will host one of the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) World circuits for the first time. Paulo Henrique Linares from Guzolândia – SP, beats Rogério Ferreira and the American, Canadian, Australian and Mexican riders in the bull riding and José Mariano from Auriflama – SP wins the cutiano.
 Rosemeire Fornel Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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This is the 43rd Edition of the Barretos Rodeo and 6th Editionof the Barretos International Rodeo, which hosts once again a PBR circuit.
 Aline Macedo Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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This year marks the 44th Edition of the Rodeo and the 7th of the Barretos International Rodeo, once again forming a part of the PBR Championship.. Zeius Cruz Fonseca wins the horse riding and Neyliowan Tomazelli wins the bull riding. During the event State Deputy Vanderlei Macris signs Law No. 268/8, which had been unanimously approved by the São Paulo Legislative Assembly in the month of July. This law was created to regulate rodeos in the State of São Paulo.
Specially developed for the kids, the Rancho de Peãozinho, or Little Cowboy’s Ranch, is born. This is an attraction unto itself in the Rodeo, and shows the folklore and culture of the Brazilian cowboy and his way of life in an area of 30 thousand square metres. Various different activities, aimed at the kids, are held in this space.
 Mendão President of Os Independentes |
 Joyce Rocha Barretos Rodeo Queen |
20th Century
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Due to the increase in the event’s public, improvements are carried out in the infra-structure of the designated tourist bus parking areas, which occupy 726 thousand square metres of the Park.
 Camila Guimarães Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Elton Barbosa from Douradina, State of Paraná, wins the bull riding and Heleno Pimenta from Jussara, State of Goiás, wins the cutiano. In October, at the Toyota World Series in Jaguariúna, SP, Neyliowan Tomazelli drew the bull “Bandido”, which was owned at the time by livestock contractor Neto Oger. As the chute opened, the rider was thrown to the ground and was then launched into the air by the bull to a height of almost 6m. Neyliowan was unableto ride for the next nine months due to this accident. The fall was filmed by TV broadcasters and was shown on many TV shows, generating much conversation at the back of the chutes. The bull became a national attraction.
The 1st Professional Rodeo Cowboys Work Cooperative was created.
 Geraldo Alckmin State Governor |
 Hussein Gemha President of Os Independentes |
 Jaqueline Brito Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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On the 17th of July, President Fernando Henrique Cardoso sanctions a Project for a law to promote and fiscalize animal health surveillance during Rodeo events. The Project, created by Deputy Jair Meneghelli foresees obligations and punishments to riders and rodeo organizers. The sanctioning of this law is one of the greatest victories for rodeo professionals and organizers of this event in the country, which started in April 2001, with the establishment of Law 10.220/2001 which considers the rodeo cowboy a professional athlete.
With the theme “A Celebration for the Whole Family!” the 47th Barretos Rodeo takes place. The 10th Barretos International Rodeo is sponsored by Wrangler Jeans and offers the highest prize for the bull riding Champion ever given in a rodeo. Two-time bull riding World Champion Adriano Moraes and 2001 FNRC Champion Paulo Crimber are out of the dispute due to medical reasons. The Wrangler prize goes to Ananias Pereira from Pompéia, State of São Paulo. José Damião da Silva from Colorado, State of Paraná wins the cutiano. The Team Penning event, considered as a family event as it involves members from the same family competing in the same team, is presented. A female duo, Juliana Andrade and Jucimara, from Taboão da Serra, State of São Paulo, wins the 19th Rose Abrão 10 String Guitar Contest.
 Gabriela Pacheco Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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The Team Roping and Calf Roping events are not held during the 48th Barretos Rodeo as there were no impact reducers available for the steers and calves used in the event. Team Penning is no longer only an exhibition event and offers R$ 20.000,00 in prize Money, becoming part of the Complete Rodeo. The winning trio, Adaldio Castilho, José Mario Vilela and Sebastião do Vale, are from Novo Horizonte, SP. José Vieira da Silva from Tupaciguara, State of Minas Gerais wins the cutiano and Gimauro Fonseca from Atibaia, SP wins the bull riding. The famous bull Bandido, owned by livestock contractor Paulo Emílio, is challenged by the riders Neyliowan Tomazeli – from the famous ride in the Jaguariúna Rodeo in 2001 – and Ananias Pereira – Barretos Champion in 2002 – but neither rider makes it even to the 4 second mark on the bull.
 Lula President of the Republic |
 Ligia Malandri Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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Jerônimo Luiz Muzetti takes over as President of “Os Independentes” for the administration of the 49th Barretos Rodeo. The first cattle show called the Pec Show happens from the 15th to the 25th of April. The first Classic and Antique Car Show happens from the 9th to the 11th of July, the month before the Barretos Rodeo. The movie “Olga”, directed by Jaime Monjardim and with Camila Morgado as leading actress, premiers in Barretos simultaneously with the rest of the country. Fabiano Vieira from Pérola, State of Paraná wins the bull riding and Éder Fiori from Aparecida do Taboado, State of Mato Grosso do Sul, wins the cutiano. The shooting of the soap opera “America” from Globo Television starts.
 Tatiana Andrade Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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This year is the rodeo´s Golden Jubilee, the 50th Barretos Rodeo, with Jerônimo Luiz Muzetti as President again. The rodeo lasts for 18 days, from the 11th to the 28th of August. A monument which honours the rodeo cowboy is inaugurated at the entrance of the Parque do Peão. On the 15th of July an urn buried in 1984 during the inauguration of the Parque do Peão was re-opened. This urn contained newspapers, magazines and documents from that period. Fifty “Ipê” trees were planted and a new urn was buried which will be opened during the rodeo´s Diamond Jubilee, the 75th Barretos Rodeo. Launching of the Barretos Thermal Park/Golden Dolphin project, a hotel with 710 rooms and a water park to be inaugurated in 2008. The Cowboy Museum is inaugurated at the Parque do Peão, which contains a collection of the history of the Barretos Rodeo and of Os Independentes. The 50th Barretos Rodeo innovates again with the first Rave inside a rodeo arena. The champions of 2005 are Francisco Henrique Félix Silveira from São José do Rio Preto , SP, in the bull riding and Julio César Camargo from Jales, SP and Arnaldo Gomes da Silva from Frutal, State of Minas Gerais, in the cutiano. Shooting of the “America “ soap opera finishes.
 Emanoel Carvalho Barretos Municipal Mayor |
 Juliana Rezende Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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 Drielly Nascimento Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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 Leticia Queiroz Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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 Camila Negrão Barretos Rodeo Queen |
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 Aline Guevara Barretos Rodeo Queen |