Why Do You ride? Juan Matute Guimon : "My love for horses is the reason I'm still alive.!"

Why Do You ride? Juan Matute Guimon : "My love for horses is the reason I'm still alive.!"

Episode 03 of ‘‘Why Do You Ride?’’ (re)introduces the Spanish international dressage rider, Juan Matute Guimón. Victim of a serious accident in May 2020 that could have cost him his life, Juan shares with us a beautiful life lesson.

On 5 May 2020, Juan suffered a brain bleed followed by a massive pneumonia that could have been fatal. This was followed by 25 days in a coma. 

What drove him to fight? Juan talks about his love for horses, for the sport, for competing and for his team. This was the beginning of a long convalescence where each day was a new accomplishment. 

A strong message for the equestrian world, sport and life. "There is light at the end of the tunnel."




EXTRAORDINARY DETERMINATION

Back in the saddle after his convalescence, Juan never lost sight of his goals. A passion for the sport that has given him a warrior’s soul with boundless energy and indomitable mental strength.

Because with determination we can push our limits. Juan is the epitome of surpassing oneself, both in his sport and as a human being. This is the testimony that we wanted to share with you and we hope it will be an inspiration to many.On 5 May 2020, Juan suffered a brain bleed followed by a massive pneumonia that could have been fatal. This was followed by 25 days in a coma. What drove him to fight? Juan talks about his love for horses, for the sport, for competing and for his team. This was the beginning of a long convalescence where each day was a new accomplishment. A strong message for the equestrian world, sport and life."There is light at the end of the tunnel." EXTRAORDINARY DETERMINATIONBack in the saddle after his convalescence, Juan never lost sight of his goals. A passion for the sport that has given him a warrior’s soul with boundless energy and indomitable mental strength.Because with determination we can push our limits. Juan is the epitome of surpassing oneself, both in his sport and as a human being. This is the testimony that we wanted to share with you and we hope it will be an inspiration to many.


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