Charlotte Dujardin has withdrawn from the Olympics over a video from four years ago showing her making “an error of judgment” during a coaching session.
Dujardin, a six-time Olympic medallist, has decided to pull out of all competition while the International Federation for Equestrian Sports (FEI) investigates the incident.
“A video has emerged from four years ago which shows me making an error of judgement during a coaching session,” she said in a statement. “Understandably, the FEI is investigating and I have made the decision to withdraw from all competition – including the Paris Olympics – while this process takes place.
“What happened was completely out of character and does not reflect how I train my horses or coach my pupils, however there is no excuse. I am deeply ashamed and should have set a better example in that moment. I am sincerely sorry for my actions and devastated that I have let everyone down, including Team GB, fans and sponsors.
“I will cooperate fully with the FEI, British Equestrian Federation and British Dressage during their investigations, and will not be commenting further until the process is complete.”
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