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Elko native Dakota Eldridge hopes to finish strong at NFR

Elko native Dakota Eldridge went into the National Finals Rodeo in Arlington, Texas, fifth in the world in steer wrestling.

He put himself in contention of taking the title, and went into Saturday’s final round with a shot at it.

Eldridge spoke about his experiences at this year’s NFR.

Contact reporter Mark Anderson at manderson@reviewjournal.com. Follow @markanderson65 on Twitter.

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