Hickstead (1996-2011) - The end of a Champion...

The famous horse Hickstead jumping ridden by Olympic champion Eric Lamaze died in full competition Sunday afternoon at Véronne France.
A sad and very rare event in jumping competition.
Picture 1: Hickstead ;

Picture 2: Éric Lamaze on Hickstead ;

See video of the tragedy :

See story of the tragedy ;

See Facebook page of Éric Lamaze ;

See biograhy of Hickstead ;