Charlotte Dujardin

Equestrian and Olympic gold medalist

Charlotte Dujardin - Equestrian and Olympic gold medalist
Born

July 13th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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An English equestrian achieved prominence in dressage competitions. Competing for Great Britain, a gold medal was won in individual dressage at the 2012 London Olympics. Also contributed to team success at the same Olympics, securing another gold medal in team dressage. Continued success followed at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where added to the medal tally with a team gold and an individual silver. Maintains notable performances in major equestrian events globally, recognized for exceptional skill and partnership with equine athletes.

Gold medal in individual dressage at 2012 Olympics

Gold medal in team dressage at 2012 Olympics

Team gold medal at 2016 Rio Olympics

Individual silver medal at 2016 Rio Olympics

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