The Czechian rider broke the Irish stronghold at Spruce Meadows, winning his second FEI 5* grand prix at the venue in two years.

Mario Deslauriers with S&L Quatro van de Meerputhoeve and Kara Chad riding Igor placed one-two at the Spruce Meadows ‘Continental’.

Canadians grabbed three top-ten spots in the feature event at TerraNova Equestrian Center, which was won by Paul O’Shea and Spy.

Canada's Mario Deslauriers lands two in the top ten of the opening Grand Prix to kick off the 13-week winter Florida series.

The Saturday night feature at the Royal Horse Show in Toronto saw Millar earn her second Championship title, this time aboard Jelvinia MB.

HITS Hudson Valley Championship Week began with a win for the US rider; Canadian Mario Deslauriers riding Genial de B'neville placed 5th.

None of the Canadians made the cut, but there is a slim chance that Mario Deslauriers (31st) could draw in if someone drops out.

Germany sets the standard with three clears; team members will all be eligible to compete in the individual qualifier on Monday.

Amy Millar, Mario Deslauriers and Erynn Ballard will represent the maple leaf in Paris; Tiffany Foster named as travelling alternate.

Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows is underway in North Salem, NY, with Ballard and Mario Deslauriers competing in the CSI3*.