'Mare of the century' put to sleep

[dannydunne]

On Wednesday Ratina Z one of the greatest showjumpers was put to sleep at the age of 28 after talks between Ludger Beerbaum and Mr Melchior her breeder. She was twice olympic champion, world champion, twice european champion, won the world cup and Grand Prix of Aachen along with many other competitions. Last year 3 cloned foals were born and her genes continue through her approved sons and quality daughters.

 

[seabsicuit2]

I had no idea that she was still alive, nor was she that young, I thought she died decades ago!
Rest in Peace Ratina! Are there any pictures of her in her old age?

 

[measles]

She was an amazing horse who will long be remembered.

 

[eventrider23]

An amazing horse and a great loss RIP Ratina.
This was her a few years ago: