Chris Kappler

The U.S. captured five medals in team and individual events.

Chris Kappler and his horse, Royal Kaliber, capped a fine Olympics for the United States when he won bronze in show jumping. But despite American advances on their European counterparts, the Games were marred by judging disputes.
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