Struxness grabs gold buckle

LAS VEGAS – Most of the time in Las Vegas, the smart money is on the safe bet.

Don’t hit when the dealer is showing a bust hand in blackjack. Bet odds or evens, maybe red or black, instead of putting all your chips on a specific number in roulette. Sometimes, though, the rewards are greater when taking a chance.

J.D. Struxness went all in on taking extra chances after he failed to secure a time on opening night. It paid off in his first Montana Silversmiths gold buckle for winning the world championship with another aggressive run during Saturday’s 10th round of the National Finals Rodeo.

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