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Carly Wheeler Media

Carly Wheeler Media

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American Royal BBQ

November 2025 / Kansas City, Missouri

This gallery highlights the American Royal BBQ Competition, focusing on pitmasters, food preparation, and contest moments. I captured candid and detailed images that showcase the culture, intensity, and craftsmanship of competitive barbecue.

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A submission during the pork category. 

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BBQ master cutting up his meat. 

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Candid from the dessert competition. 

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The desserts looked delisious!

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Competitors dressing their meat before cooking. 

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Roasting a chicken for the World Series BBQ competition. 

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