The Texas-based model has spent a large chunk of 2024 learning how to compete at ‘cutting’

MODEL Bella Hadid shows she’s the reining champ as she wins an equestrian award.

The Victoria’s Secret beauty was crowned Rookie of the Year at a rodeo horse event.

Cowgirl holding her Rookie of the Year award buckle.

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Dressed in a black cowboy hat and green tasselled jacket, Bella Hadid beams with pride as she holds up her medalCredit: Instagram
Bella Hadid modeling a bronze sequined gown at a fashion show.

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The Victoria’s Secret beauty was crowned Rookie of the Year at a rodeo horse eventCredit: Getty
Bella Hadid horseback riding at a New York City event.

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Bella has spent a large chunk of 2024 learning how to compete at ‘cutting’Credit: Rex

Dressed in a black cowboy hat and green tasselled jacket, Bella, 28, beamed with pride as she held up her medal.

The Texas-based model has spent a large chunk of 2024 learning how to compete at “cutting” — which involves a horse and rider separating a cow from a herd of cattle.

And it has paid off with her scooping the 2024 ­National Cutting Horse ­Association’s rookie gong.

On Instagram, Bella wrote: “Being able to try new things and reach new goals, especially on horses again, has been the biggest joy.

“I thank God everyday for horses — for teaching and showing me unconditional love, happiness, connection, patience and hard work.”

Bella, who is dating her trainer Adan Banuelos, added: “I just really loved coming to shows to support my man, step dad and friends.”

The Vogue regular added: “Adan always had faith in me, from the first day we rode together, which gave me confidence and faith in myself again.

“I couldn’t have done it without him!

“With hard work, kindness, and passion, anything can happen.”