It’s the Boyd and Phil Show in Bromont following a spectacular day of sport, with the pair leading four divisions at the Quebec venue.
Boyd Martin knocks Phillip Dutton from the top of the CCI2*-L, while Colleen Loach holds onto the lead in the CCI4*-L with FE Golden Eye.
Canadian Olympian Loach and ‘Goldie’ sit solidly in first place with 27.6 pp; the dressage phase continues on Friday at the Quebec venue.
All but one of the 88 horses presented for inspection in the CCI4*-L, CCI3*-L and CCI2*-L will move forward to the dressage phase.
The experienced squad led from start to finish at the Millstreet event in Ireland; Australia and China secure Olympic eventing qualification.
Olympians and Pan Am medalists lead a growing list of international entries for the popular Quebec eventing fixture, June 8-11.
A hot battle ensued between three central European nations as opportunities narrow for those seeking Olympic team qualification.
A tribute to the athletes, owners, officials, organizations, volunteers, and supporters within the Canadian equestrian industry.
Karl Slezak and Hot Bobo are 4th at Tryon; Leonie Bramall returns to the ring in Czech Republic; Ali Ramsay wins Kentucky Spring Classic.
Four strong performances over the Ian Stark-designed cross-country course gave the French team the edge over Great Britain.