Defending champion Henrik Von Eckermann (SWE) and compatriot Peder Fredricson place one-two in sensational Round 1 in Riyadh.
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The Falsterbø and Rotterdam CDIOs have followed the example set by Aachen in February, leaving just three competitions remaining in the series.
Adrienne Lyle had a big show with a pair of horses; Canada's Chris von Martels 5th in the Grand Prix for Special in a field of 24 with Eclips.
Here is a snapshot of the leaders for the month in the senior World Rankings, and the top-100 Canadians.
The longtime FEI president will fill the role at the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations for four years.
Adrienne Lyle and Helix rule the grand prix arena; Canadians land some top-five scores as the qualifying period for Paris winds down.
For the first time, Belgium will be represented by two athletes, and both are really looking forward to the challenge.
Competition begins April 5th at the facility in Myakka City, FL, and includes a large contingent of Canadians.
At major events, a judge could be stationed in the riders' tent on cross-country day to take stakeholder opinion into account.
Del Mar brought the FEI Dressage World Cup League season to a close; no Canadians will be attending the Final in Riyadh.