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The Passing of a Legend - Gem Twist

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  • #21

    I rode with his owner's niece as a junior. RIP.

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    • #22
      Thank you Gem Twist, and Godspeed to you.
      "To my Gub... Godspeed my friend, till we meet again." 1996-2007.
      Runway (Sasha) 2009 Zweibrucker filly by Redwine.

      "Silence is golden...and duct tape is silver."

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      • #23
        He was born in 1979. The article I found even contains his death date as of today. Quite amazing it's been updated already.

        Bred by the famous equestrian Frank Chapot, Gem Twist (AKA "M&C Gem Twist") had an incredible career with 9 years of winning at the Grand Prix level. The gelding won the "American Grandprix Association Horse of the Year" title a record three times, and vies with legendary horses Milton and Big Ben for the title of "history's greatest showjumper."
        Gem Twist began winning early in his career with rider Greg Best, including the 1985 USET Talent Derby as a six-year-old. He went on to win his first two competitions at the Grand Prix level, the Grand Prix of Tampa and the Grand Prix of Florida, in 1987. He finished the year with his first American Grand Prix Association (AGA) Horse of the Year honor, as well as a silver medal from the Pan American Games.
        Best continued to ride Gem Twist for several years with great success, including earning two silver medals at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul. However, Best injured his shoulder in 1992, and the ride was turned over to Leslie Burr Howard (then Leslie Burr Lenehan).
        Howard continued the gelding's career, winning both an AGA Horse of the Year title and the AGA Championship, before he was given to Laura Chapot to ride.
        Although Chapot was still a Young Rider (21 and under), her first year with Gem Twist was very successful. She won the World Cup class at the $100,000 Autumn Classic, earning her the Budweiser Rookie of the Year award, and rode the horse to his third win at the Budweiser AGA Championships. Her second season continued to be successful, with wins at three World Cup qualifying classes, including one with a starting field of over 80 horses. She finished Gem's career with a win at the World Cup USA East League Championship (which was held at the same venue at which he won his first Grand Prix with Best nine years earlier).
        Gem Twist formally retired at the National Horse Show at Madison Square Garden on November 1, 1997. He accumulated more than $800,000 in prize money.
        The June 2006 issue of 'Practical Horseman' stated that discussions were underway to clone Gem Twist for the sake of generating a stallion capable of passing on the horse's genetic material. According to Frank Chapot, the article wrote, a firm decision on whether or not to clone the showjumper had yet to be reached.

        Gem Twist died November 18, 2006.



        Platinum Equestrian - Florida, USA

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        • #24
          So sad, he's an icon. Gem Twist and Greg Best sailing over the gate in the Seoul Olympics is one of the most recognizable and beautiful images of our sport.
          Still Crazy After All These Years

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          • #25
            Originally posted by Astraled View Post
            So sad, he's an icon. Gem Twist and Greg Best sailing over the gate in the Seoul Olympics is one of the most recognizable and beautiful images of our sport.
            http://www.chadofarm.net/Gemtwist/GemSeoul.jpg

            That is by far my favorite picture, of any horse. It's just beautiful.

            RIP Gem Twist.
            ..............................................
            False face must hide what the false heart doth know.
            -- William Shakespeare

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            • #26


              An amazing horse who had a wonderful life.

              Godspeed to you Gem Twist.

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              • #27
                Goodbye Gem Twist. We'll miss you.

                I didn't know Starman died too

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                • #28
                  I am so sorry to hear that Gem Twist has left us. I took the photo in the poster. Every photo of him was special because he was special and always provided a beautiful image. He was indeed a special horse.
                  God speed Gem.
                  Standing Just The Best, More Than Luck & Lots of Luck www.tishquirk.com

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                  • #29
                    Does anyone know what happened?

                    He lived to almost be the same age as my Nathan.
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                    • #30

                      Gem Twist is my favorite horse of ALL time!!!!! What an amazing animal!!!!! He will be remembered forever!
                      I had a gray pony that looked a little like Gem when I was a little kid, and I remember riding my pony around pretending I was Laura Chapot and he was Gem Twist! Very fond memories! I was definitely one of his biggest fans! I had posters of him all over my room!

                      God speed Gem. You will be greatly missed!!!

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                      • #31
                        What a fabulouos horse he was. God Speed Gem Twist.

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                        • #32
                          god bless.....
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                          • #33
                            Sad news. What an incredible horse he was, and beautiful to boot. Condolonces to all his connections and thanks to the Chapots for having the foresight to breed him and take him to the top like they did.

                            Ar dheis dé go raibh a anam uasal.

                            Godspeed you great grey, you were a credit to TBs the world over.

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                            • #34
                              Sad news, a wonderful horse, we were blessed to enjoy him within our time.
                              POYBGP, member in good standing.

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                              • #35
                                R.I.P

                                This is so sad, I loved this horse and every little thing about him. He has such a huge heart and was a happy sole, not to mention stunning. This horse was truly amazing and he will be missed.

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                                • #36
                                  RIP Great One. He was my all time favorite showjumper...
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                                  RIP "Rio" (BW-Clarion) 2000-2009. Bright Spirit, Brave Heart, Loving Soul. I'll love and miss you forever.

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                                  • #37
                                    Oh, how sad I am to hear this news. What a marvelous and brave horse.

                                    Thank you Gem, for all the memories you gave us.

                                    God Speed.
                                    Randee Beckman ~Otteridge Farm, LLC (http://on.fb.me/1iJEqvR)~ Marketing Manager - The Clothes Horse & Jennifer Oliver Equine Insurance Specialist

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                                    • #38
                                      Such a wonderful horse who inspired many people I had TQs poster picture in my room as a kid Thank you for the memories.

                                      God speed Gem Twist.
                                      Jen Evans & DaBear

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                                      • #39
                                        wow he was the same age as my old horse - who is no doubt not around anymore. I hope he went peacefully and wasn't in pain. What an amazing and beautiful animal. RIP.

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                                        • #40
                                          He was just breathtaking to watch. I always remembered how his gray coat would gleam in the sun.

                                          So sorry to hear about his passing. He lived a full life, and had a fantastic retirement.

                                          My condolences to his connections.

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