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Every cowboy who’s ever pulled on a pair of boots wants to compete at the Calgary Stampede.

The world’s richest outdoor rodeo yesterday released its roster for the 2010 event.

And, once again, it boasts the biggest names in the sport.

Headlined by Calgary’s world champion steer wrestler Lee Graves, 120 of the world’s top cowboys and cowgirls will compete for $2 million this summer.

Stampede vice president Paul Rosenberg said the July 9-18 event promises to be the best yet.

“Beyond a shadow of a doubt, it’s the best roster we’ve had since we changed our format in 2006,” Rosenberg said.

“We’ll have nine more Canadian and world champions than we had last year.”

Stampede senior manager Keith Marrington said the star-studded roster will make for another eye-popping event.

“Some people called last year’s Stampede the greatest rodeo competition ever staged — anywhere — and this year, our invite list boasts even more champions,” Marrington said of the roster that includes 64 current and past champions.

“Looking down the list, it’s a thrill to know we have 25 world champions, 24 Canadian champions and 15 Calgary Stampede champions in the field.” (read more)