The opening event at the International Bromont ended with an excellent performance from Irish riders, who took 4 of the 5 top places of the 44 horse and rider pairs participating.

FEI4* American course designer Anthony d’Ambrosio set up a course that had 12 obstacles for 14 efforts, including two double combinations. The course, featuring broken lines and tight turns, required control and attention as well as precision from the riders.

In addition, the time allowed of 71 seconds in the first round presented an additional difficulty, as nearly half the participants were unable to execute their round within the set time.

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