On her social media, USA's Adrienne STernlicht has announced the sportive retirement of her Cristalline (Cristallo I, breeder: Manfred Engelhardt). In 2018 Sternlicht represented team USA with Cristalline at the World Equestrian Games in Tryon. Last year they represented their nation in Herning!
"This weekend Stella left our stable for the proper, restful retirement she more than deserves. For over seven years she has been my reason - whether competing or not, she has been an immense source of inspiration and motivation for me. Her incredible mind, her unparalleled ability, and her aptitude to understand the gravity of a moment is what sets her apart from any other horse I’ve worked with. Her career was never without obstacles, however, enduring several injuries, and persevering to overcome more than most thought was possible. She taught me resilience, the power of true presence, and a greater depth of gratitude for another being than I have ever known. For these reasons, she has been my greatest teacher, the greatest gift of my life. For all those who have contributed to our partnership, especially Emma who knows so deeply how lucky we are to be her people, I am so so grateful. I am indebted to her in ways immeasurable and unexplainable. My best friend. What a privilege"
Cristalline made her international debut with Australian rider, Chriss Chugg. The combination finished 10th at the FEI Worldcup finals in Gotenborg in 2016.
Together with Sternlicht the mare also jumped to a fourth and fifth place in the Grand Prix competitions in Wellington and placed 6th at the CHIO Aachen Nations Cup.
"This weekend Stella left our stable for the proper, restful retirement she more than deserves. For over seven years she has been my reason - whether competing or not, she has been an immense source of inspiration and motivation for me. Her incredible mind, her unparalleled ability, and her aptitude to understand the gravity of a moment is what sets her apart from any other horse I’ve worked with. Her career was never without obstacles, however, enduring several injuries, and persevering to overcome more than most thought was possible. She taught me resilience, the power of true presence, and a greater depth of gratitude for another being than I have ever known. For these reasons, she has been my greatest teacher, the greatest gift of my life. For all those who have contributed to our partnership, especially Emma who knows so deeply how lucky we are to be her people, I am so so grateful. I am indebted to her in ways immeasurable and unexplainable. My best friend. What a privilege"
Cristalline made her international debut with Australian rider, Chriss Chugg. The combination finished 10th at the FEI Worldcup finals in Gotenborg in 2016.
Together with Sternlicht the mare also jumped to a fourth and fifth place in the Grand Prix competitions in Wellington and placed 6th at the CHIO Aachen Nations Cup.