Eqn: Van Grunsven nabs historic third individual dressage gold

AAP General News (Australia)
08-20-2008
Eqn: Van Grunsven nabs historic third individual dressage gold

Dutchwoman ANKY VAN GRUNSVEN has made Olympic history, becoming the first rider to
win three consecutive Olympic individual dressage gold medals.

In a stunning performance at the Shatin arena in Hong Kong, VAN GRUNSVEN and her black
gelding Salinero claimed their victory with a 2.03 per cent margin over long-time rival,
Germany's ISABELL WERTH.

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KEYWORD: OLY08 EQN (HONG KONG)

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