It was a triumphant return for Bluetooth OLD after an extended break from competition; Germany edged Portugal and the Netherlands in an 8-team roster.

In that nation's first outing of the 2023 FEI Dressage Nations Cup season, they edged the Netherlands and Germany with strong scores.

Fears are growing among the French endurance community that the World Equestrian Games ride in Sartilly will see scandal arising from the Compiegne FEI ride