The Australian rider took both the CCI4-S and the CCI3-S – but his biggest highlight was having baby girl Annabelle at her first 'away' show.

The Brits win another important championship, the German gives a masterclass with Chipmunk, and Canada's Jessica Phoenix and Lacey place 30th.

Only six combinations beat the optimum time over an intense World Championship track that saw 19 of 87 starters fail to complete.

Lottie Fry and Glamourdale win thrilling Special, while some Canadians did not have the day they had envisioned.

Day 1 of eventing dressage got underway with a solid test for the sole Canadian, while Tom McEwen (GBR) and JL Dublin set the benchmark.

A snapshot of the movers and shakers in all disciplines, many poised to compete in the FEI World Championships in Aachen.

The eventing field is confirmed, with 88 athletes representing 27 nations, including defending World champions Team Germany.

The Canadian eventer reported that "Roberto" sustained an injury while preparing for the championships in Aachen.

British Eventing has issued a statement after two women died in cross-country incidents on July 18; comprehensive reviews will be undertaken.

The new three-discipline event is intended to become an established qualification pathway for the Pan American Games.