Celebs cutting it up
In 2026, the NCHA organized an impressive list of celebrities saddling up to cut for a cause on Saturday, April 11, during this year’s NCHA Super Stakes. 
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Bringing the big bucks
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Kenny Platt and LBR Hangem Dominate the 5/6 Open Classic at 2026 NCHA Super Stakes 
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Payton Brzymialkiewicz and Jamie Simon Claim $7.8K in the Houston Super Sort Professional’s Choice #9 Gold Shootout 
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