Shunzo Kido

Shunzo Kido (城戸 俊三, July 4, 1889 – October 3, 1986) was a Japanese equestrian who competed in eventing at the 1928 and 1932 Summer Olympics.[1] In 1932, while leading the tournament with one jump left, he felt that his horse became lame and dismounted to save her from potential injury, abandoning his chances for a medal.[2][3][4]

Shunzo Kido
Kido in 1932
Personal information
BornJuly 4, 1889
Miyagi Prefecture, Japan
DiedOctober 3, 1986 (aged 97)
Sport
SportEquestrian
Event(s)Eventing

References

  1. Shunzo Kido. sports-reference.com
  2. Shunzo Kido. gettyimages.co.uk
  3. Plaque commemorating the event
  4. U.S. Honors Japanese For '32 Olympic Role. New York Times (September 28, 1964)
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