1999 CDI Saumur
For many years the Trakehner sire Absatz served as examplary conformation improving sire in the development of the the Hanoverian Breed. From generation to generation Absatz' input in gaits and potential were highly recognizable in his descendants.
The French Dominique Brieussel shows one of these gets that carry primal Absatz influence in the bloodline. Member of the French dressage equipe this wonderful black mare by Aktuell served as second best team horse at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta where 'the country of cheese and wine' placed fourth behind the USA.
Akazie has been Brieussel's trusty mount for years and their latest achievement was hailed at the CDI Saumur where the pair scored 64.09% in the Grand Prix Speciale.