Edward Gal and Totilas.

Edward Gal shares tribute to his “dear old friend” Totilas

By Equestrian Life

The great Totilas celebrated his 20th birthday earlier this week, and memories of the dressage star were shared around the globe. Edward Gal, the rider with whom he spent most of career and achieved many big wins and records, has always spoken fondly of the special bond he had with the horse.

Gal took to Instagram to share the following tribute to his “horse of a lifetime”:

To my friend #Totilas

Today is your 20th birthday
You got a lot of congratulations from all over the world and I'm pretty sure you got a lot of hugs and many carrots.

Your birthday is a day full of bitter-sweet memories.
You weren't only this outstanding stallion I was proud to ride, with which I broke world records and won championships.

Our bond was much more than a person can ask for.
You were my friend, my horse in a lifetime.

Together with you I experienced the highest highs and the lowest low.
As time passed wounds healed.
But my love for you will last forever.

So happy birthday my dear old friend.
So thankful and proud of you and your genius offspring.

-- Edward --

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