McLain Wards Imperial HBF lebt nicht mehr

McLain Wards Nationenpreispferd Imperial HBF lebt nicht mehr. Wie der US-Amerikaner mitteilt, musste er sich schweren Herzens nach einer schweren Kolik gefolgt von zwei Operationen von seinem "Paddy" verabschieden. Trotz aller Bemühungen sei es die schwierigste und Entscheidung gewesen, Imperial HBF zu erlösen.

"Paddy fought tirelessly, just as he did throughout his career as a competitor, and our entire family and team are devastated by his loss", schrieb McLain Ward weiter.

Der 13-jährige Glasgow Vh Merelsnest - Sohn wechselte im Frühjahr 2025 von Tim Gredley zu McLain Ward und gewann unter Wards Sattel nur kurze Zeit später den Nationenpreis von Rom und platzierte sich in La Baule und Dublin jeweils unter den Top 3.

Auf Instagram schrieb McLain Ward:

"It is with great sadness that we share the loss of Imperial HBF (“Paddy”) yesterday due to complications from colic. Paddy suffered a bout of colic and, despite two surgeries and every possible effort to save him, the incredibly difficult decision was made—by his owner Michael Smith, myself, and a devoted team of caretakers and veterinarians—that the kindest and most humane choice was to let him go.

Paddy fought tirelessly, just as he did throughout his career as a competitor, and our entire family and team are devastated by his loss.

During this challenging time, his owner, Mike Smith, exemplified true horsemanship—spending countless hands-on hours by Paddy’s side, doing everything possible to support his recovery, and never wavering in his trust in the team caring for him.

The veterinarians and support staff at Rood & Riddle Wellington, along with Dr. Tim Ober, were nothing short of extraordinary. As always, I am deeply grateful to my own team for their unwavering dedication and compassion throughout this process."

Foto: Pferdefotografie Lafrentz