Germany’s Ulla Salzgeber’s famed mount, Rusty, has passed away at the age of 25.
One of Germany’s most notable partnerships, the duo had numerous successes, including winning team gold and individual bronze at the 2000 Olympic Games and team gold and individual silver medals at the 2004 Games, after which Rusty was retired.
In a statement on her website, Salzgeber said, “Rusty spent his retirement in the best care [at a stable in Hungary], together with his best pony friend Motte. It’s good to know that he still had many lovely years after he had been my best and most loyal friend and partner in the show ring.”
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