Devastating news for Dutch show jumping rider Maikel van der Vleuten, his top horse, Dana Blue, who got injured last year, won't return to competition. After over a year revalidation she has been diagnosed with arthrosis. "This is not the news we were hoping for," says van Der Vleuten.
Dana Blue underwent surgery last year after she and Van der Vleuten fell in the competition ring. "It was a miscommunication leading to the accident. Who's to blame is not important." continues Van der Vleuten. "After a long resting period and her first steps into revalidation she is now diagnosed with arthrosis, this is not the news we were hoping for."
Following Dana will be able to enjoy an early retirement. Last week owners and rider decided to no longer train the mare. Probably she will however continue with a breeding career.
source: Omroep Brabant