Three-time Olympic showjumper Philippe Rozier is stepping back after 40 years competing at the top level.

The 62-year-old Frenchman, who was part of the gold medal-winning team at the Rio Games in 2016 , is contesting his final five-star competition this week on home soil at CSI5*-W Longines Equita Lyon, where Brits Harry Charles , Ben Maher and Matt Sampson are also in action.

“After more than 40 years at the highest level, I will participate in my last CSI5*,” said Philippe.

“This is a well-considered decision, and I’m very happy it’s happening in front of a French audience, where it all began and where I’ve experienced so many powerful moments.”

Philippe’s lengthy resume includes 685 five-star starts, three Olympics, five European Championships, five World Cup Finals and a

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