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Team GB deals blow as gold medalist LEAVES minutes before 2024 Olympics final and says ‘not taking any risks’

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HARRY CHARLES withdrew from the individual vault final at the last minute.

Charles was set to be one of THREE Brits competing in Tuesday morning’s final in Paris.

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Harry Charles was forced out of the individual show jumping final at the last minuteCredit: REX
An injury to his horse - Romeo 88 - derailed Brash's dream of winning individual gold

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An injury to his horse – Romeo 88 – derailed Brash’s dream of winning individual goldCredit: Alamy
A devastated Charles announced his withdrawal from the final on Instagram

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A devastated Charles announced his withdrawal from the final on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM@HARRYCHARLES_1

But an injury to his horse, Romeo 88, derailed his bid for individual Olympic gold.

A heartbroken Charles wrote on Instagram: “Unfortunately, Romeo and I will not be starting the singles final today in doubles.

“After a little overtaking yesterday, he is not at the 110% that he has been during all the games, so we are not going to take any risks.

“Maybe I’m a little disappointed, but honestly no!

“He gave me so much and took me beyond my dreams.

“We’re leaving Paris with a gold medal and, more importantly, a happy Romeo, so that’s more than enough for me!”

Team GB’s hopes of winning gold in the individual final rested on the shoulders of veterans Ben Maher and Scott Brash.

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But the pair were unable to claim a 13th gold of the tournament for Team GB as they both suffered four-point penalties during the opening races.

A despondent Charles – who won team vault gold earlier in the Games – was inundated with messages of support from his followers.

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One wrote: “Maximum respect for putting Romeo first, as it always should be.

“You two were amazing and you should be so proud.”

Another said: “Destroyed by you guys but unbelievable performances all week. Congratulations Olympic champions.”

And another said: “Getting to know your horse and showing that level of horsemanship at a major life event like this is absolutely amazing to see.

“Sending all my love from California!”

One commented: “It’s a shame but you guys were fabulous in these games and have already shown your class.

“And always putting the horse first too – respect.”

Another added: “It’s great to see you guys putting Romeo first, but I’m gutted I won’t see you two competing in the final after the way he’s jumping!”

Romeo 88 owner Ann Thompson also weighed in.

She said: “As Romeo’s owner, there are no words to explain my gratitude that Harry put my horse before himself.

“A sign of a true knight. Romeo had plans to leave more of himself in Versailles, but we’re going home with the Gold team.

“What a horse.”

Harry Brash won team vault gold with Ben Maher and Scott Brash earlier this month

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Harry Brash won team vault gold with Ben Maher and Scott Brash earlier this monthCredit: PA



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