Bareback riding is a rodeo event where a rider attempts to stay on a bucking horse without a saddle. The rider grips the horse's mane and uses their legs to maintain balance while the horse performs various movements. This event tests the rider's skill, strength, and ability to control their body during the ride. In competitions, riders are judged based on their performance, including how well they stay on the horse and their overall technique. Points are awarded for both the rider's ability and the horse's bucking style. Bareback riding is one of the most challenging events in rodeo sports.