No bull, this could get ugly
SHOW time showdowns don't get much bigger than this.
Shiralee owner and president of the Grafton Show Society Allan Morgan has offered his 800kg bull Showdown for a $10,000 challenge.
Facing the ride of his life is Clarence Valley Mayor Richie Williamson, who could win the money if he stays on bull Hotshot for eight seconds.
Speaking yesterday, Cr Williamson couldn't give a firm yes or no on whether he'd take to the bull's back.
"A number of charities could benefit from the winnings and I'm considering all the options," Cr Williamson said.
"I better dust off the RM Williams boots and the Akubra hat and just see if we can get that $10,000 carrot."
DEX PREDICTION:
While we have faith in our Mayor, that bull looks too mean.
HOTSHOT WIN
Mayor Richie
Height: 5ft 11.
Weight: 118kg.
Wins: first-time rider.
Key strength: whip cracking (albeit sub-par) and knowing "which end of the bull the food goes in".
Key weakness: has never ridden a bull, fear of the beast.
Hotshot
Height: 5ft 6.
Weight: 800kg.
Wins: only been ridden once in five years.
Key strength: twists his body rapidly, charged and athletic.
Weakness: can't control his anger when rider comes off.
