The German rider piloted the magnificent United Touch S to seal the deal in the Longines FEI Jumping European Championship.

The final day of team competition in A Coruña, Spain, saw Belgium jump from third place to seize gold, adding just one time fault to their total.

Previous 1st-place holder Daniel Coyle of Ireland chooses to withdraw Legacy, leaving the door open to those who were nipping at his heels.

The Brits lead the team standings after the first competition in A Coruña; Ireland’s Coyle heads the individual rankings with Legacy.

Portugal will be first to go in Round 1 as 89 entries from 23 nations compete; several horses are owned by Canadian interests.