Canadian equestrian Ian Millar has retired from international show jumping competition, ending an illustrious career that included multiple Grand Prix titles and an Olympic silver medal in 2008.
John Chidley-Hill, The Canadian PressIan Millar promised his wife Lynn on several occasions that he would retire when show jumping was no longer fun.
"I find that very rewarding to do because I'm using the experience and the time that I've had in sport to do other things. There comes a time for all things." "I've got good Maritime genes on both sides," said Millar on the secret to his long career. "My wife took very good care of me for many years. I tried to stay on good horses, I tried to stay fit and take care of my health. And you've got your luck. I've been so fortunate in many ways."
In addition to his international career, Millar has won over 150 grand prix competitions and is a 12-time Canadian show jumping champion. Ian Allison first met Millar when Spruce Meadows, Canada's premier equestrian venue located just outside of Calgary, opened in 1976. Allison has been present for many of Millar's biggest triumphs, both domestically and internationally.
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