Which two events are included in the WPRA competitions?

Barrel Racing and Breakaway Roping are both core events in the Women's Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) competitions. Barrel Racing is a speed event where contestants race against the clock, aiming to maneuver their horse around three barrels arranged in a cloverleaf pattern. It showcases agility, speed, and the bond between rider and horse.

Breakaway Roping involves a roper on horseback who chases after a calf and throws a lasso to catch it, with the rope being tied to the saddle horn but not allowing the calf to be thrown to the ground. This event emphasizes skill, timing, and precision, making it an exciting highlight in WPRA competitions.

Other choices fall outside the main focus of WPRA competitions, with events like Steer Roping and Tie Down Roping often being associated with men’s rodeo events or not being as prominently featured in WPRA events specifically. By identifying the correct pairing of Barrel Racing and Breakaway Roping, one demonstrates an understanding of the specific competition events sanctioned by the WPRA.