#503-ranked rider Linda Heed surprises and delights her home crowd in Sweden, beating #1 ranked compatriot Henrik von Eckermann.
The Danish rider and her talented mare scored a whopping, season-topping 91.140%, although it's unlikely the pair will compete in the Final.
Led by chef d'équipe Michael Klimke who rode Harmony's Fado, Germany edged the US and Sweden, an identical result to last year's event.
Foot-perfect Team Ireland dominated the competition in Abu Dhabi, keeping to a score of zero ahead of hosts UAE and France.
The Swiss rider bounced back from a podium drought in this year's series to take the penultimate leg and land a place in the Final.
One of the most successful equestrian nations of all time, Germany continues to be a dominant force on the global stage.
The American and the speedy mare won the $340,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup in Thermal, CA, his second WC victory this season.
A new Working Group made up of industry professionals has been formed to embed horse welfare principles in the FEI Rule Book.
In a historic first for France, the 32nd edition of the championship will take place at the world-class facilities at Jiva Hill Stables.
The opening leg of the Longines League of Nations™ takes place on February 15 at the Al Forsan International Sports Resort.