Denmark’s riders Nanna Skodborg Merrald and Daniel Bachmann Andersen led their respective groups in the first day of Olympic Dressage qualifiers, with Skodborg Merrald achieving the day’s highest score. The competition, marked by high temperatures, saw impressive performances from riders including Britain’s Becky Moody and Sweden’s Patrik Kittel. The top athletes will compete in the individual final and team final.