The Lazy E Arena, located in Guthrie, Oklahoma, presents the 2027 CINCH Timed Event Championship (CTEC) March 4-6, bringing together the most elite all-around cowboys in professional rodeo. The first 10 athletes are:
| Name | Hometown | CTEC Appearances |
| Taylor Santos | Creston, California | 7 |
| Ketch Kelton | Mayer, Arizona | 3 |
| Coleman Proctor | Pryor, Oklahoma | 2 |
| Seth Hall | Albuquerque, New Mexico | 8 |
| Brushton Minton | Witter Springs, California | 3 |
| Clayton Hass | Weatherford, Texas | 15 |
| Zane Kilgus | Watsontown, Pennsylvania | 2 |
| Dylan Hancock | San Angelo, Texas | 4 |
| Tyler Worley | Berryville, Arkansas | 2 |
| JC Flake | Millsap, Texas | 2 |
Taylor Santos fought his way into the number one position in 2026 with a time of 351.7, earning him $105,500, and the title of the Ironman. Ketch Kelton followed closely in second place with a time of 354.5, taking home $41,000 and wins in Rounds 4 and 5. The third-place spot went to rookie Coleman Proctor, who had a time of 412.1, a win in Round 2, and a $22,000 payout for an impressive CTEC debut. Seth Hall claimed fourth with a 415.8 time and a win in Round 1, resulting in a $15,000 payout. The fifth-place spot went to Brushton Minton with a time of 450.5, earning him $9,500.
Clayton Hass took sixth place to receive $5,000 with a time of 497.2, followed by CTEC rookie Zane Kilgus in seventh place who won Round 3 and took home $7,500. The 2025 Reserve Champion Dylan Hancock finished eighth with 517.0 seconds, earning $3,000. Ninth and tenth place were filled with CTEC rookies Tyler Worley and JC Flake at 554.5 seconds and 563.0 seconds.
The event spans three days and five rounds, challenging 25 athletes in Team Roping Heading, Team Roping Heeling, Tie-Down Roping, Steer Wrestling and Steer Roping. Contestants vie for a share of more than $200,000 in prize money, with the winner claiming the prestigious Ironman title and a $100,000 paycheck.
The remaining athlete selections are currently under review and will be announced by the Lazy E Arena in the coming weeks.
Tickets for the 2027 event will go on sale November 25, 2026, exclusively at LazyE.com.
About Lazy E Arena
Located in Guthrie, Oklahoma, Lazy E Arena is one of the most iconic and versatile event venues in Western sports. Since opening its doors in 1984, the Lazy E has played host to some of the most prestigious rodeos and equine competitions in the world, including the CINCH Timed Event Championship and the legendary National Finals Steer Roping. Known for its state-of-the-art facilities, expansive grounds, and commitment to excellence, the Lazy E Arena welcomes hundreds of thousands of fans, athletes, and event partners each year. With a legacy rooted in tradition and a vision for innovation, Lazy E continues to set the standard as the world’s premier Western entertainment destination.
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