Tragedy for dressage riders: Juan Matute Guimon loses his horse Lexus

Tragedy for dressage riders: Juan Matute Guimon loses his horse Lexus

A tragic incident has shaken the world of dressage: Juan Matute Guimon, a 27-year-old Spanish rider, mourns the loss of his beloved horse Lexus, which died in a serious car accident. The incident occurred on the journey home from the prestigious CHIO Aachen when Guimon was near Tours, France. Lexus was only nine years old and had to be euthanized due to serious injuries. Fortunately, Guimon and the driver of the van escaped with minor injuries.

In an emotional Instagram post, Guimon expressed his sadness and pain over the loss of Lexus, with whom he had shared many special moments. He emphasized the close bond that existed between him and the gelding and spoke of their shared successes at international tournaments. “The horse is not just a piece of sports equipment, but a loyal friend,” one could understand the pain of many riders who find themselves in similar situations.

An accident with tragic consequences

What exactly happened remains unclear. Multiple vehicles were reportedly involved in the accident, making the situation all the more tragic. Guimon, who had suffered a severe cerebral hemorrhage just a few years ago and was in a coma for a long time, fought his way back into competitive sports with great commitment. This setback hits him particularly hard. In difficult times, the emotional support and psychological connection between humans and animals is invaluable. This applies not only to Juan Matute Guimon, but to all riders who maintain a special relationship with their horses.

The dressage world stands still and mourns Guimon. The importance of trust and emotional intelligence in the saddle is evident not only in Guimon's toughness, but throughout the equestrian community. As described on Insa Schülzke's website, the invisible connections between rider and horse are essential for the success and well-being of both parties.

A call for understanding

In his post, Guimon asked for understanding and needed time to process the loss. This time is of great importance for many people in equestrian sport. For many riders, their horses are not just sporting partners, but part of the family. The pain of the loss is all the greater because it helped shape an important phase of life.

In these difficult hours it becomes clear how valuable the community in equestrian sport is. Grieving together and supporting each other can heal the heart a little. For Juan Matute Guimon and all who knew him, the memory of Lexus remains a bright star in dark times.

For more information about the emotional intelligence between rider and horse, visit Insa Schülzke's website: insa-schuelzke.de.

You can find more details about the accident and the reactions from the dressage scene at Bunte.de and RTL.de.