Chilli Morning, a chestnut stallion born in 2000, has left an indelible mark on the equestrian world, especially in the discipline of Eventing. Son of Phantomic XX and Koralle, a show jumping mare competing up to 1.45m, Chilli stood out from a young age. His dam, Koralle, dedicated her early years to sport, and at the age of four gave birth to Chilli, a horse whose sporting performance would be remembered for years to come.
Chilli’s impact on the sport has been so significant that he has become a benchmark not only in Eventing, but also in other disciplines such as Dressage and Show Jumping. Some of his offspring have proven to be equally talented, such as Chilli Knight and Celtill Morning Star, both outstanding competitors in CCI5*, Grand Prix Dressage, and Show Jumping up to 1.35m.
Chilli Morning and his Legacy in Clones
One of the particularities of Chilli Morning is that he has been cloned several times. The clones carry the same name, followed by a number that distinguishes them: Chilli Morning II, III and IV, while the original is considered Chilli Morning I. These clones have followed in his footsteps in competition, proving that genetics do not fall behind but rather endure with impressive results.
Recently, at the Eventing competition held in Lyon, one of Chilli Morning’s clones claimed first place in the test, while another took sixth position. This achievement reaffirms not only the competitive ability of the clones, but also their endurance and capacity to excel in such a demanding discipline as Eventing.
Eventing: An Olympic Discipline of High Demand
Eventing is one of the most demanding disciplines in equestrian sport. As part of the Olympic Games, it combines three tests in one: dressage, a cross-country course with natural and water obstacles, and a final show jumping round. The accumulated effort of these tests challenges the physical and mental capacity of the horses, often resulting in many withdrawals on the last day due to fatigue.
To stand out in Eventing, horses need to be complete in every sense of the word: strong, brave, with a big heart and, above all, with a natural predisposition for work and sport. Chilli Morning and his clones have proven to possess these qualities.
Clones: Just as Healthy and Competitive
For those who still have doubts about the health and performance of clones, the recent results in Lyon are clear proof that Chilli Morning’s clones have the same ability as the original. They are healthy, strong horses with the same potential to reach the highest levels of competition. The success of Chilli Morning’s clones in Eventing is a perfect example of how cloning allows the perpetuation of the exceptional qualities of legendary horses.
Chilli Morning has left a legacy that continues not only through his offspring but also through his clones, ensuring that his story lives on in the most prestigious equestrian competitions in the world.