It was a triumphant comeback for the German rider, who had a baby in August, aboard her longtime partner TSF Dalera BB in Lyon, France.

Home team riders completely overwhelmed the opposition at the FEI Dressage World Cup series opening leg at Aarhus.

Angelica Augustsson Zanotelli rode Kalinka vd Nachtegaele to take the 2nd leg of the series in the tight confines of the 60m x 30m skating arena.

This time victory came aboard the mare Dubai: "I have the feeling that this is just the beginning at this level and I’m very excited for her!"

The Belgians stamped their ticket for Paris 2024 with a zero score at the end of the day, ahead of France and Switzerland.

Led by chef d'equipe Mark Laskin of Canada, the Mexican squad topped the leaderboard ahead of Sweden and Brazil at the Real Club de Polo.

Eight teams will advance to Sunday's final competition in Barcelona; Canada is eliminated in the first round.

Brazil goes first at the Final in Barcelona; Team Canada's chef d'equipe is Eric Lamaze, while Mark Laskin leads Team Mexico.

The Canadian Team will be comprised of Beth Underhill, Tim Wilks, Rebecca McGoldrick and Alicia Gadban-Lewis.

Course designer Uliano Vezzani’s difficult jumping track had a significant influence on the final placings, allowing just 12 clear rounds.