Dhe pictures from Tokyo were disturbing. On the horse Saint Boy that was drawn, Annika Schleu showed a worrying figure in the modern pentathlon and, after a completely unsuccessful ride and multiple use of whips on an overwhelmed and unwilling animal, sparked a debate about animal cruelty in her sport.
“It has nothing to do with equestrian sport as we practice and know it,” said Isabell Werth, the most successful rider in the world. Jana Kirsten, herself a rider and a doctor at tournaments, can only underline the criticism that has arisen. In the conversation she finds clear words for Schleu’s appearance.
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