Equestrian ace Isabell Werth is formally acknowledged as a legend in the realm of dressage.
Equestrian ace and eight-time gold medalist at the Paris Summer Games, Isabell Werth, is set to be praised at the 42nd German Sports Press Ball. Werth, a native of Rheinberg, has reignited Germany's Olympic glory and cemented herself as the top global equestrian, pocketing eight gold and six silver medals.
At a recent press conference, event organizer Jörg Müller revealed that Werth will receive the coveted "Legend of Sports" title at the November 9th event taking place at the Alte Oper Frankfurt. According to Müller, Werth has always cultivated a unique and highly valued bond with her horses, contributing significantly to her remarkable career.
At the Versailles Castle Park, Werth bagged a team victory and a silver medal in the individual event, taking her medal count to new heights and surpassing canoeist Birgit Fischer in the German Olympics hierarchy.
Since 2007, the "Legend of Sports" award has been handed out annually. The last recipient of this title was Ironman World Champion and Triathlon Olympic Champion Jan Frodeno. More winners in the "Sportsman with Heart" and "Sports Media" categories will be announced at a later date.
Organized by the Association of German Sports Journalists, Frankfurt Sports Press Club, and Metropress agency, the ball aims to celebrate the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris with the theme "Merci Paris." Of the twelve German Olympic gold medalists, eight have already confirmed their attendance. With an expected 2200 guests from the realms of politics, media, showbiz, and sports, the ball sets the stage as one of Germany's most significant of its kind. Howard Carpendale is slated to be the musical guest star for the evening.
Isabell Werth's achievements at The Olympic Games have earned her the recognition to receive the "Legend of Sports" title at the 42nd German Sports Press Ball. Her eight gold medals and significant contribution to equestrian sports make her a standout figure in the history of The Olympic Games for Germany.
