The German rider piloted the magnificent United Touch S to seal the deal in the Longines FEI Jumping European Championship.
Portugal will be first to go in Round 1 as 89 entries from 23 nations compete; several horses are owned by Canadian interests.
The German rider piloted Coby 8 to the win in Spain; Canadian Kara Chad was among the impressive international field of 40 entries.
The British rider bested a large field of 40 starters aboard a relatively green mount as more experienced pairs had plenty of surprise rails.