The pair scored an impressive 86.745% in the Grand Prix Freestyle; five of the top six spots were claimed by Germans on their home turf.
The Canadian sits at the top of the leaderboard with Fluorescent Adolescent following cross-country; Phillip Dutton and Azure win CCI4*-S.
After 12 years of service, the Canadian had to step away from the Board as VP and Chair, but will still serve in several important capacities.
Talent, hard work and inspiration was celebrated in four categories in Abu Dhabi during the FEI General Assembly 2024.
There has not been a lot of movement at the top of most of the rankings; Naima Moreira Laliberté is now Canada's leading dressage rider.
The medal class at The Royal has turned out many developing young athletes on their way to represent Canada in international competition.
The Australian current world #1-ranked four-in-hand driver and his team were polished and consistent over the two days of competition.
Bringing horse sampling in line with WADA's human athlete protocols has hit a number of logistical challenges.
In her debut year in the 5* ranks, the young German piloted Iron Dames My Prins in just her 2nd WC class and her horse's first-ever jumpoff.
The American won his third major class of the show; two Canadians in the jump-off, with Tiffany Foster finishing second riding Electrique.