Germany’s Michael Jung and 'Chipmunk' won the 5*-L, while Canada's Jessica Phoenix and Freedom GS charged from 14th to 3rd in the 4*-S.
fischerChipmunk FRH
The German historically does well in this phase, but he broke his own record with an 18.6 pp at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event.
As the World Eventing Championships dressage wrapped up in Pratoni, the German rider snagged the individual lead ahead of cross-country day.
The German's score of 20.1pp with fischerChipmunk FRH is the lowest ever for a 5*; two Canadians finish top-10 in the CCI4*-S at LRK3DE.
Michael Jung of Germany maintains a commanding lead in the CCI5*-L while Canadians have strong performances in both divisions.