Authentic (show jumping horse)
| Authentic | |
|---|---|
Authentic, ridden by Beezie Madden, at the 2008 Olympics | |
| Breed | Dutch Warmblood (KWPN) |
| Sire | Guidam (Selle Français) |
| Dam | Gerlinda (KWPN) |
| Maternal grandsire | Katell (TB) |
| Sex | Gelding |
| Foaled | June 22, 1995 Wierden, Netherlands |
| Died | April 9, 2025 (aged 29) |
| Country | United States |
| Colour | Bay |
| Owner | Abigail Wexner |
| Rider | Beezie Madden |
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| Medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
| Equestrian | ||
| Representing the United States | ||
| Summer Olympics | ||
| 2004 Athens | Team show jumping | |
| 2008 Beijing | Team show jumping | |
| 2008 Beijing | Individual show jumping | |
| FEI World Equestrian Games | ||
| 2006 Aachen | Individual show jumping | |
| 2006 Aachen | Team show jumping | |
Authentic (June 22, 1995 – April 9, 2025), nicknamed Bud, was a Dutch Warmblood gelding that competed in show jumping. He won three Olympic medals and two World Equestrian Games medals. He was owned by Abigail Wexner, and was ridden by Olympic medalist Beezie Madden. Authentic was a bay with a star and snip and stood 16.1 hands (65 inches, 165 cm) high. He was retired from competition in 2009 to Cazanovia, NY, at the Maddens' farm. Authentic died on April 9, 2025, at the age of 29.