The Australian current world #1-ranked four-in-hand driver and his team were polished and consistent over the two days of competition.

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.

Canada just missed the cut, finishing 11th behind Italy who moved ahead of Brazil; the series will feature four qualifying legs and a Final.

Germany’s world number one delivered a stunning Dressage Freestyle performance riding the Quaterback gelding, scoring 84.70%.

Driving’s biggest names will showcase their skills and speed in the new series taking place at European shows between November and February.

The Brit piloted the small but speedy black stallion to the fastest of just eight double-clears over Guilherme Jorge-designed track.

The pair won the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup North American League Washington with one of only two double-clears in the class.

“He makes me feel like I’m a good rider” says the Belgian rider of his Paris Olympics partner following their victory in Norway.

The Danish dressage star and her extraordinary mare scored an impressive 88.965% to take the class in Herning.

“We like mud!” said the Irish eventers as they won the final leg of the series well ahead of the United States and Germany.