Alexander Leads Golden Shears with Swift Shear

In a closely contested Open Speed Shearing Quarter Finals at the Golden Shears 2026 competition, Forde Alexander managed to edge out his competitors with a remarkable performance. Alexander finished his shearing in a swift 20.453 seconds, accruing a total of 20.45 points, securing his place at the top of the leader board. Close on his heels was Jack Fagan, who completed his shearing just milliseconds slower at 20.675 seconds, resulting in a score of 20.68 points. This tight competition highlighted the razor-thin margins defining the top ranks, with Llyr Evans landing in third place with a time of 20.710 seconds and a score of 20.71 points, showcasing the high level of skill and speed among the competitors. The event was marked by intense focus and rapid execution, with the top three finishers separated by mere fractions of a second and points. Paerata Abraham and Gethin Lewis rounded out the top five, finishing their shearing in 21.668 and 22.184 seconds, scoring 21.67 and 22.18 points, respectively. This quarterfinal highlighted not only the dexterity and speed of the shearers but also the intense competition among the participants. Alexander's leading time and score have set a high standard for the next phase of the competition, promising an exciting showdown as the Golden Shears 2026 progresses.

Top 4 competitors have qualified for the next round.