On his social media, French show jumping rider, Simon Delestre has announced the departure of his Olympic horse. In Tokyo, Delestre represented France in the team competition with the 10-year-old grey-gelding, Berlux Z (Berlin).
The pair set a double faultless competition with just one time penalty in Tokyo. Earlier, in July, the combination jumped to the fourth place in the CSI5* Grand Prix of Valkenswaard.
Delestre and the grey were a combination for over two years. The pair jumped on stage in the 1.50-1.55m CSI5* LGCT Doha and in St Tropez.
"Unfortunately saying goodbye is also a part of our sport," Delestre states. "I want to thank the owners for their trust and wish the new combination all the best."
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