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Spanish Show-Jumping Great Luis Astolfi Reveals ALS Diagnosis

The four-time Olympian vows to keep working with horses despite early symptoms.

Overview

  • He made the diagnosis public after months of privacy in an interview with El Pespunte reported on March 1–2.
  • He described noticing changes in his speech and weakness in one arm, said he feels well overall, and reported no pain.
  • He plans to continue riding and working in the equestrian world for as long as he is able.
  • He is a leading figure in Spanish show jumping who represented Spain at the 1984, 1988, 1992, and 2000 Olympic Games.
  • He resides in Florida and was honored in Seville in November at a tribute attended by Infanta Elena.