Nelson Pessoa

Nelson Pessoa Filho (born December 16, 1935) is a Brazilian equestrian who competed in the sport of Show jumping. He was among the first Brazilian civilians to do well in the sport, as the military had dominated it in the Brazil of that era.^[1]

Career highlights

He competed in the 1956 Summer Olympics and came fifth in Equestrian at the 1964 Summer Olympics - Individual jumping.^[1] He moved to Europe in 1961. He won the 1966 European Show Jumping Championships and won twice at Hickstead. He came second in the 1984 Show Jumping World Cup, and in 1991 he was again second, riding Special Envoy.^[2]

He owns a famous equestrian school at Haras du Ligny in Fleurus, Belgium. His students include Alvaro de Miranda Neto and Athina Onassis Miranda. His son is the Olympic gold medallist Rodrigo Pessoa.

His nickname is Neco.^[1]

Founder of Pessoa Brands. Pessoa line includes their famous saddles, bridles, girths, blankets & tack.

References

1. ^ ^{a b c} Profile of Nelson Pessoa, Official website of Rodrigo Pessoa
2. ^ Two Masters: George H. Morris and Nelson Pessoa, Video exclusive from SportsQuest International TV

External links

• Rodrigo Pessoa (official)

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Name	Pessoa, Nelson
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Short description	Equestrian
Date of birth	December 16, 1935
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