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Ahlmann Exits Leipzig After D’Aganix Is Euthanized, Goldfever Dies at 35

Veterinary findings left no treatment option, leading to an end-of-life decision for the 12-year-old stallion.

Overview

  • Organizers said D’Aganix suffered a severe, non-therapable injury during unloading at the Neue Messe Leipzig and was transported to the University of Leipzig veterinary faculty for diagnostics.
  • Christian Ahlmann withdrew from the Partner Pferd World Cup in consultation with officials, and his remaining horses returned home, while the event continues as scheduled.
  • Ahlmann said the horse freed itself from the truck, slipped on a wet surface and fell, causing a grave thigh injury, with the exact causes not yet fully clarified.
  • D’Aganix, a Zangersheide-bred stallion, had delivered notable results in recent seasons, including winning the 2024 Open Sires of the World class.
  • Beerbaum Stables reported that Ludger Beerbaum’s former top mount Goldfever died at 35, prompting tributes for the Olympic and championship winner.