The American also takes the 2* aboard Fenix Rouge Du Claux; top Canadian in the 4* is Colleen Loach and Vermont, 6th.

The US team member claimed first, third, fourth and fifth places in the $5,000 Horseware Ireland Welcome Stake at TIEC.

In between rides and coaching, Payne also won in the jumper rings at the Tryon Welcome 2 competition running concurrently.

Matt Flynn and Wizzerd win the Advanced A division at Tryon, while the Advanced B division goes to Doug Payne and Vandiver.

The USET Foundation and US Equestrian are saddened by the sudden loss of Steve Blauner, a valued trustee and longtime owner for Boyd Martin and Doug Payne.