Wellington, April 14, 2026 (AFP) - Crusaders retire horses after 30 years due to safety at new stadium

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The Canterbury Crusaders said Tuesday that their cavalry of mascot knights and horses, beloved by spectators, had been retired after 30 years because of next week's move to their new stadium in Christchurch. The Crusaders' team of six horses and knights have fired up the home fans ahead of kick-off since the Super Rugby side's inception in 1996. But they will not be part of the home spectator experience for safety reasons when the Crusaders play......

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