The second day of competition at Strzegom was all about elegance and precision as riders performed their dressage tests. The opening phase of the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ established the first individual and team leaders of this prestigious international competition.

France moved into the lead in the team standings with a combined score of 110.2 penalties. The French team's strong performance was led by an excellent test from Arthur Duffort. Austria currently occupies second place on 112.6 penalties, while the home team from Poland sits close behind in third on 113.5 penalties under the guidance of Chef d'Équipe Gary Parsonage.

In the individual standings, France's Arthur Duffort and Gueule de Rêve delivered the best dressage test of the day, taking the overnight lead on 33.3 penalties. There was also plenty to celebrate for the home crowd, as Poland's Paweł Warszawski and Cagliostro PKZ. Outstanding performance to finish just 0.1 penalties behind the leader on 33.4, securing second place. Australia's Isabel English and Cil Dara Dallas currently hold third position.

Earlier in the day, riders also competed in the demanding CCI3*-S class. France celebrated another victory thanks to Verane Nicaud and Frenchstar Helau. Denmark's Bianca Walton and Midt-West Faveur finished second, while Italy's Pietro Majolino and Dubi Du completed the podium in third place.

The action continues on Saturday! Due to the forecast high temperatures and with horse welfare as the highest priority, Saturday's and Sunday's competitions will begin at 7:00 a.m.

Please find attached the updated competition schedule for Saturday and Sunday, along with the official photographs from today's dressage competition.