It was a clash of the titans at Fontainebleau with the Germans prevailing, although no one could catch Justin Verboomen and Zonik Plus.

It was a battle of the black stallions in a thrilling 's-Hertogenbosch freestyle finale, with Glamourdale taking a back seat to Zonik Plus.

The Belgian rider had another personal best score aboard Zonik Plus to wrap up the FEI Dressage World Cup in France.

The reigning European champion from Belgium rode Zonik Plus to a personal best score of 81.195%, well ahead of Becky Moody and Jagerbomb.

The Belgian rider made history for his country aboard his stallion Zonik Plus, beating out all the usual suspects in a surprise double victory.