The Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event got underway with the first day of dressage, with a dozen Canadian entries in the CCI4*-S.

Yasmin Ingham gives the British the first-day edge over Team Germany as this important championship gets underway in Haras du Pin, France.

Liz Halliday-Sharp and Smith dominate the CCI4*-S, with three Canadians sitting top-10 going into Saturday's cross-country phase.

Course designer Uliano Vezzani’s difficult jumping track had a significant influence on the final placings, allowing just 12 clear rounds.

Rising star Ingham finished on her dressage score, while Nicola Wilson's CCI4*S win bodes well for next weekend’s European Championships.