Paris 2024 Showjumping Qualifier: Drama and Results

Catch all the action from the Paris 2024 Olympic showjumping individual qualifier.

Harry Charles and Romeo 88 breeze into the final with a clear round.

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Scott Brash clinches a clear round, keeping Britain’s medal hopes alive.

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Ben Maher faces a tense moment but makes it through to the final.

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Henrik von Eckermann, a favorite for gold, redeems himself with a strong performance.

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A speedy French rider tops the leaderboard, but some big names miss out.

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Karl Cook uses a unique last-minute technique to secure a clear round.

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Discover the story of a dressage horse who started in the discipline just two years ago.

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Insights and updates from our reporter on the ground in Paris.

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Stay tuned for more action with just one day to go in Paris!

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