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Anatomy of a Bull Ride

The gate is closed prior to J.B. Mauney’s ride. (WTOP/Noah Frank)

Mauney settles on his bull, Ranga, in the gates. (WTOP/Noah Frank)

The gate opens as the clock on the scoreboard begins ticking. (WTOP/Noah Frank)

Less than two seconds into the ride, Mauney is already pitching over the right side of his bull. (WTOP/Noah Frank)

After a spin, Mauney’s balance is completely thrown, as he falls to the side of the animal. (WTOP/Noah Frank)

At just after three seconds, he hits the dirt. (WTOP/Noah Frank)

No longer called rodeo clowns, the “bull fighters” distract the animal away from the fallen rider. (WTOP/Noah Frank)

Mauney scrambles to his feet as the bull fighters usher Ranga back toward the corral. (WTOP/Noah Frank)

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