Michel Robert (equestrian), Date of Birth, Place of Birth
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French equestrian
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Place of Birth: Corbelin, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
About Michel Robert (equestrian)
- Michel Robert (24 December 1948, Corbelin) is a leading French international Grand Prix show jumping equestrian.
- He was born on 24 December 1948 in Corbelin.
- Michel Robert started riding at the age of four on a sheep, complete with saddle and bridle.
- He advocates a style of riding based on "respect for and harmony with the horse." He began his career in eventing, and later specialized in show jumping.
- In October 2013, he announced his decision to retire from Grand Prix level competition. On January 1, 2014, he was awarded the French Legion of Honour.
- He was the final winner of the Global Champions Tour for 2009.
- He is a two-time Olympic equestrian.
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