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Dressage News
Herman Duckeck Passed Away
Renowned
figure in the equestrian world, Hermann Duckeck, passed
away on March 3, 2001, after a short period of severe
illness.
For 25 years Duckeck was the footing expert for dressage
and show jumping stadiums world wide. His career started
in Denmark were he was known as a major event organizer
and later as footing specialist. He was the footing
professional for world championships, world cup finals
and all Olympic Games since 1976
Hermann Duckeck was diagnosed with cancer after his
return from the Olympic Games in Sydney. Although he
was operated on, he died quickly in peace at home. Duckeck
was 64 years old.
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