Belgian carriage driving in mourning following the death of Rudi Van Den Bergh
The Belgian equestrian world is in deep mourning following the death of Rudi Van Den Bergh. He was a well-known figure in carriage driving, a discipline in which one competes with a carriage and horses. Friends and fellow athletes remember him as a very driven man who meant a great deal to the sport.
Van Den Bergh was not only active as a driver on the competition field, but he also dedicated himself for many years as an organizer of various events. Thanks to his efforts, many riders and drivers were given the opportunity to practice their sport in a professional manner. His passion for horses was clearly visible to everyone who knew him.
Within the Belgian sports community, he is praised for his dedication and his friendly character. He was a source of inspiration for many who are active in carriage driving. The sports federations and associations have stated that his loss leaves a large void in the sector.
The funeral and memorial services will take place in private. With his passing, the Belgian carriage driving community loses a passionate ambassador who always put the welfare of the horses and the sport first. His legacy will certainly live on in the coming years through the many competitions he helped make possible.