It was Germany's 15th Olympic team victory, but it happened by the narrowest of margins - just 0.121 percentage points.

The Grand Prix competition decided the 10 nations qualified for Saturday’s Grand Prix Special, in which all teams will start from scratch.

Dressage stars sparkle in the Olympic stadium, led by Jessica von Bredow-Werndl and Dalera, as riders qualify for the Freestyle and teams jostle for the Special.

Canada’s Camille Carier Bergeron and Finnlanderin have a good test but the team finishes just out of the final qualifying spot.

As temperatures and humidity soar in Versailles, the FEI implements climate mitigation protocols to keep the equine athletes comfortable.

An oppressively hot and humid day saw some lovely tests and also the shocking elimination of the US team.

The draw deciding starting orders for the 15 countries has been held; the Grand Prix takes place over two days.

All eyes will be on Isabell Werth and her new ride (and secret weapon?) Wendy, plus some Olympic dressage facts and figures.

Chris Von Martels and Eclips will move onto the dressage team, while Brittany Fraser-Beaulieu will assume chef d’equipe role.

Board members of the International Dressage Riders Club have released a statement condemning the actions of Charlotte Dujardin.