Friday was definitely Germany's day after they went into the weekend with golds in the Individual Dressage and Team Show Jumping.
In true Teutonic style, the German Chef d'Equipe was on the receiving end of his team's jubilation and ended up taking an early bath in Mark McGowan's water jump, which he took in extremely good spirits. Much to the delight of the crowds.
This is the first time in almost two decades that the Germans have taken a jumping gold and they were thrilled with the results.
The Chef d'Equipe said: "I'm very proud. It's been 19 years since the last gold medal and the team did a very good job. Today I am very proud and we are hoping for a bit of luck for Sunday (Individual Show Jumping Competition)."
In silver medal position, the Irish team were equally jubilant. Particularly as Bertram Allen topped the leaderboard.
Chef d'Equipe Ian Fearon was full of praise for his young athletes.
He said: "You can see the talent we have here. We have to work very hard producing these ponies and we have worked with some of the best trainers and coaches to get here. It's an under statement to say I'm proud."
Taking bronze was Team Belgium.
Team GB finished fifth, with great clear rounds from Amy Inglis and Emily Roe. British Showjumping Chairman of Performance Development Clare Whitaker said:
"It was a little bit unlucky and things don't always go the way you plan, but we have two great riders for the future in Amy and Emily who both jumped great second rounds."
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