Tragic news today from the Eilbergs whose fabulous Grand Prix horse Two Sox has been put down less than two weeks after retiring. Two Sox didn't miss a national championship in 10 years, and was national champion in 2008 with Maria.
The news was broken, as far as we know, on www.horsehero.com, who had the following statement from Maria's mother, Geri:
"Such sad news: Barely two weeks into retirement, Two Sox, our beloved Ed, shattered his pastern while grazing and was put down yesterday. It is a complete mystery how this happened as he appeared to be settling perfectly into his new routine of hacking and turnout. The paddock was small, level and in view of our outdoor arena so we could keep an eye on him and he seemed perfectly relaxed in the october sunshine. We are all devastated it is like losing a member of the family, he was such a special horse, one of the best. it's been a terrible shock, especially for Maria. Geri Eilberg."
You can watch Two Sox's retirement lap of honour, and the standing ovation this great horse received, at www.eqtv.co.uk.
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