LUDGER Beerbaum’s 1.60m winning mare Chiara 222 has sadly passed away aged 16 following complications after a colic operation.

The wonderful Contender-sired grey mare underwent a colic operation four weeks ago and a statement on Beerbaum’s website said her condition had worsened in recent days. “Four weeks after a colic surgery, her condition has deteriorated to such an extent that after consulting with the doctors, we decided to put Chiara to sleep for the benefit of the animal.