05.14.18 - Press Releases
PBR mourns the loss of Giliard Antonio
The PBR is deeply saddened to share that bull rider Giliard Antonio passed away Sunday night following an injury at the PBR event in Maringa, Brazil.
By PBR
PUEBLO, Colo. - PBR (Professional Bull Riders) is deeply saddened to share that bull rider Giliard Antonio passed away last night at a PBR event in Maringa, Brazil, due to a fatal blow to the chest following a qualified ride.
"Giliard was a cowboy at heart who loved the sport of bull riding, and in turn was beloved in his community, by fans, and throughout our sport," said PBR CEO Sean Gleason. "We send our heartfelt condolences to Giliard’s fellow bull riders, his friends, and, most importantly, his family as we mourn a bright light gone out too soon."