The Brits won the trophy, fittingly, on British Day, their first since 1996; Germany finishes second, with the US a very close third.

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

Fresh off an Olympic gold medal, the Team GB will rely on their determination, skill, and a stellar support staff this season.

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.

Eventing Dressage day proved exciting as two riders broke the Olympic record score set in 2000 by David O’Connor and Custom Made.

It was a rough start to the week for Charlotte Dujardin, whose horse and baby girl were both sick, but she led her team to the win.

An all-female squad breezed to golden team glory once again, and also captured individual gold and silver at Haras du Pin.

In this final leg of the series, an all-female British team led the way, ahead of New Zealand, France and Germany.

As the World Eventing Championships dressage wrapped up in Pratoni, the German rider snagged the individual lead ahead of cross-country day.

Great Britain moves into the overnight lead with strong performances on a blustery dressage day that some horses found a bit too exciting.