The win by the German marked the country's sweep of all individual equestrian medals at these Games; Canada knows what they need to do going forward.

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

This victory marked Great Britain’s third team title in the history of jumping at the Olympic Games; USA took silver and France bronze.

The NAYC got underway in Traverse City, Michigan, with jumping and dressage teams from across the US, Canada and Mexico.

There were a few surprises: the defending Olympic champions from Sweden placed 8th, Brazil was eliminated and Switzerland is out.

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

Anchor rider John Whitaker, 68, who has been on more than 180 Nations Cup squads in his remarkable career, clinched the victory for the team.

Will it be another Swedish success story in Paris? Only time will tell, as 19 other nations including Canada will also be battling for the top step of the podium.

The Frenchman won on home ground for the first time just days ahead of the start of the Paris Olympics; "it gives you great energy."

The American rider bested a field of 34 in the 3* event riding Berdien to take the lion's share of the $120,000 prize money.