“Greatest Dressage Horse Of All Time”: Equestrian World Celebrates 21st Birthday Of Olympic Champion Horse

Charlotte Dujardin took a moment to express her admiration for the partnership between herself and her equine partner, Valegro. She celebrated her horse’s momentous 21st birthday on July 5, 2023. With an impressive record that includes two Olympic victories, they have showcased their synchronized brilliance. The duo has become iconic within the realm of dressage.

Adding layers to this endearing relationship is the equestrian’s deep affection for Valegro, she cherishes him dearly with the endearing nickname “Blueberry”. The stunning union between horse and rider has accumulated an illustrious collection of accolades over time.

Charlotte Dujardin and Valegro: A journey of unprecedented success

On Valegro’s 21st birthday, Charlotte Dujardin gracefully expressed her sentiments on social media, in a captivating photo. The two companions emanated a strong connection with nostalgia and admiration filling her Instagram post. Dujardin’s caption, “Happy Birthday today to the other love of my life. Blueberry,” revealed the profound connection between the rider and her beloved horse.

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Charlotte Dujardin and Valegro became partners in 2005 when Carl Hester acquired Valegro, who was bred by Joop and Maartje Hanse in the Netherlands. Their biggest accomplishment came at the London 2012 Olympics, where they won Britain’s first-ever dressage team gold medal. They continued their dominance by winning European and world championships, breaking world records that still stand today. Their greatest success was at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where they defended their Olympic title and won another gold medal.

Having embarked on an exceptional competitive journey, Valegro concluded his career in December 2016 by retiring amidst an emotionally charged ceremony at Olympia that bid adieu to his time in the sport. Even during this stage of retirement, Alan Davies—the unwavering groom throughout the incredible journey alongside Dujardin and Hester—ensures Valegro’s active lifestyle through regular rides. The story of Charlotte Dujardin and Valegro stands as an embodiment of inspiration for aspiring dressage riders as well as a testament to the profound unity between rider and equine comrade. Looks like fans on social media, could not get enough of them.

A birthday celebration on Instagram

Fans eagerly gathered in the comment section to bestow adoration upon Valegro and openly articulate their profound awe towards his exceptional accomplishments. One fan’s comment encapsulated the sentiment shared by many, proclaiming, “Happy birthday to the greatest dressage horse of all time 😍😍.”

The exceptional status that Valegro holds within the world of dressage has been highlighted by numerous supporters. A similar comment read, “Happy Birthday Blueberry!! Your the greatest dressage horse of all time! Have fun with your food!”. Another viewer remarked at how Valegro was slated for big things as a foal, “He had star quality even as a foal – and knew how to stand square too!! Happy birthday to a horse in a million”.

The journey embarked upon by Charlotte Dujardin alongside Valegro has undoubtedly made an unforgettable impact on equestrianism as a whole, by not only setting unprecedented standards but also fundamentally altering the course of dressage history itself.

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