[1] Giltedge, formally known as Giltex, was bought by Jackie Mars from Irish eventer Eric Smiley as a mount for American rider David O'Connor.
Although described by his rider as being less inherently gifted when compared to some of his stable mates (such as Custom Made), Giltedge's work ethic helped him to succeed.
During the pair's second three-day, the gelding caught his leg on a fence and flipped, leading to a punctured lung for his rider.
A lack of traction due to studs that were too small, resulted in O'Conner's decision to slow down, so as to prevent a fall.
However, a clear stadium round, one of only 5 in the competition, helped the United States capture a long-awaited team gold.