Tragedy Strikes Luhmühlen: Horse Put Down After Fall
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Oof, talk about a downer. You know the recent eventing competition in Luhmühlen? It took a terrible turn when a horse named Chiquita, ridden by Maj-Jonna Ziebell, suffered injuries after a fall on the cross-country course. This 13-year-old mare was given medical attention at the scene and transported to a nearby clinic. Sadly, the vets had to make the difficult decision to euthanize the horse later in the day.
Ziebell, a 29-year-old rider from Döhle, shared her heartbreak, stating "Losing my beloved Chiquita, who chose her own fans, has left me heartbroken. She was one of a kind, and I'm struggling to find solace."
Now, let's get back to the competition...
At the German Eventing Championships, Julia Krajewski didn't let the sad scene distract her. The 36-year-old Tokyo Olympic champion managed to maintain her lead after the cross-country phase. Krajewski, riding the 11-year-old Nickel, picked up 2.4 penalty points due to time faults during the cross-country. The final verdict, to be decided on Sunday at 1:00 PM CET/NDR, will be announced after the show jumping round. Emma Brüssau currently trails in second place, partnered with Dark Desire, having moved up from fifth position.
By the numbers:
- Luhmühlen Horse Trials: A renowned eventing competition held annually in Germany, featuring various classes, including CCI5-L and CCI4-S.
- Eventing: Comprises of dressage, cross-country, and show jumping phases.
- Julia Krajewski: A prominent German eventer with a string of accomplishments in the sport.
- Emma Brüssau: Another esteemed German rider, although specific details about her participation in the 2022 Luhmühlen event aren't available in the search results.
The community and the eventing world are mourning the loss of Chiquita, a 13-year-old mare that had to be put down after a fall during the Luhmühlen competition. In light of this tragic incident, the employment policy within the equestrian community should focus on enhancing safety measures and injury prevention programs.
Meanwhile, despite the unfortunate event, Julia Krajewski, a Tokyo Olympic champion, continues to lead the German Eventing Championships, having picked up few time faults during the cross-country phase. Sports, such as eventing, require a blend of passion, skill, and strong employment policies to ensure the welfare of both riders and their horses.
