Cortes C♂†

About Cortes C

Cortes C is a (died 2023) Bay showjumping gelding foaled in 2002, by Randel Z.

Cortes C, a renowned Belgian Warmblood gelding, made his mark in the world of showjumping with a remarkable career that spanned over a decade. Born on 24 April 2002 in Bellegem, Belgium, he was a product of two prominent bloodlines. His sire, Randel Z, and his dam, Orchidee Van De Tombeele, a lineage bearing the influence of the legendary Darco, provided Cortes C with the genetic foundation for excellence in the sport. Bred by Bart Clement, Cortes C was owned by Abigail Wexner and primarily ridden by the accomplished Beezie Madden, a four-time U.S. Olympian.

Cortes C's illustrious career is highlighted by his performance at the 2014 World Equestrian Games in Caen, France, where he was crowned Best Horse. His athletic prowess and versatility were further demonstrated at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, where he contributed to the U.S. team's silver medal victory. However, an injury forced his withdrawal. Accomplishments in Grand Prix events include victories at the LGCT Valkenswaard CSI5* in 2011 and the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Chantilly in 2013. Moreover, he won the prestigious King George V Gold Cup at Hickstead in both 2014 and 2015.

Beyond the competitive arena, Cortes C was celebrated for his significant contributions to the sport. In 2014, he was honoured as the U.S. Equestrian Federation's International Horse of the Year, and he was later inducted into the USEF Horse Stars Hall of Fame in 2015. He retired from competition in 2017 and lived peacefully at Madden Mountain in Cazenovia, New York, until his passing in July 2023 at the age of 21.

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