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"Every decision makes someone happy, disappointed, or angry": Rob Ehrens on the reality of being a chef d'équipe

"A national coach is not a trainer," says Rob Ehrens firmly. "You don’t have to be a rider to know everything, but you do have to know how to bring people and horses together." For sixteen years, Ehrens led the Dutch showjumping team, a period in which he not only collected medals but also built a culture of consultation, planning, and trust. His story shows what leadership in modern equestrian sport truly means. In the episode of 2 man & 1 paardenkop, he looks back on his time as national coach.

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Bron: 2 man & 1 paardenkop

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