German showjumper Marcus Ehning has pulled out of the Olympic Games because his horse is injured.
The loss of the current world number one rider will be a major blow to Germany's chances in the individual and team showjumping competitions.
Ehning's horse, For Pleasure, suffered a damaged ligament and the German took the decision not to go to Athens after consulting the team's veterinarian.
The Olympic equestrian event begins 22 August and finishes on 27 August.
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