Orelie was last seen in action during the Longines Nations League in Saint-Tropez. Since then, there has been silence surrounding the mare, leading to widespread speculation about potential injuries. Sprunger is now setting the record straight: "Orelie is not injured, but has developed neurological problems as a side effect of a CT scan."

Heartbreak, Recovery, and Awareness

The rider is not hiding her emotions, admitting that the situation "broke her heart." However, she also shared hopeful news: over the past six months, there has been a clear and steady improvement in the mare's health.

Behind the scenes, the team is working tirelessly on a comeback. In addition to the update on Orelie, Sprunger wants to send a vital message to other horse owners, warning them about the risks of medical procedures that are often presented as 'standard.'

"Do not have high-risk examinations performed unless it is truly necessary," she emphasizes. "At the time, I was not aware of the potential risks; it was presented as a simple, twenty-minute procedure."

While the road to full recovery is still ongoing, the goal remains unchanged: getting Orelie back into the competition ring as soon as she is physically and mentally ready.