German Olympic Sport Federations Names Olympic Top Dressage Team

Wed, 01/19/2011 - 12:58
German Dressage News

German equestrian magazine St. Georg reported that the German Olympic Sport Federation (DOSB) has selected 152 German athletes for the "Olympia Top Team". These athletes will be especially supported in their preparation for the 2012 Olympic Games in London.

Four German dressage riders, two show jumpers and five eventers have been appointed on this Olympic top team. They were selected on the basis that they belong to the "absolute world top" and have a realistic chance for a medal.

The Olympic Top Team dressage includes:

  • Christoph Koschel
  • Matthias Alexander Rath
  • Ulla Salzgeber
  • Isabell Werth

Photo © Astrid Appels
Source: ST.GEORG

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