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Nip Tuck (19), Carl Hester's Grand Prix horse, passed away

  • by Lisa
  • 03-10-2023
"It’s been a week and I keep looking out the window onto the paddocks that surround my home but Barney isn’t there", sounds the beginning of the message about the death of Barney - better known as Nip Tuck. Owner Jane de la Mare announced the news via her social media. The gelding enjoyed retirement with her after a brilliant career under dressage rider Carl Hester.

"On Monday 25th September, aged 19 our beloved Nip Tuck (Barney) was put to sleep after a short, sudden illness. Carl and I are heartbroken." 

"At the moment, it’s hard to remember the good times and adventures the three of us had but, to be honest, silver medals, red rosettes and trophies can’t replace the faithful, trusting and loving friend Barney was - although he sometimes frightened the life out of me! He loved Carl and would do anything for him even if it wasn’t easy or scary which made us love him even more."

Our condolences to the owner, rider, team and everyone who had Nip Tuck in their hearts.

"On Monday 25th September, aged 19 our beloved Nip Tuck (Barney) was put to sleep after a short, sudden illness. Carl and I are heartbroken." 

"At the moment, it’s hard to remember the good times and adventures the three of us had but, to be honest, silver medals, red rosettes and trophies can’t replace the faithful, trusting and loving friend Barney was - although he sometimes frightened the life out of me! He loved Carl and would do anything for him even if it wasn’t easy or scary which made us love him even more."

Our condolences to the owner, rider, team and everyone who had Nip Tuck in their hearts.

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