Rolf-Göran Bengtsson and Casall ASK.

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Episode 10 sees an incredible 2016 Longines Global Champions Tour - Longines Paris Eiffel Jumping, which had spectators on the edge of their seats throughout the exhilarating Grand Prix. Legends of the sport Rolf-Göran Bengtsson and Casall ASK showcased a masterful Grand Prix to win Gold ahead of leading French riders, World Number 2 Simon Delestre (FRA) and World Number 4 Pénélope Leprevost (FRA). A five rider jump-off saw the very best athletes in the sport battle it out for the 10th round of the LGCT Championship season, with spectators witnessing a brilliant showcase of top sport and entertainment.

The LGCT Ranking battle has tightened dramatically following the Swedish rider's win, with Rolf now just 9 points away from current long-term leader Christian Ahlmann (GER) who sits on 209 points overall. There is a nail-biting nine points between the top three, with Edwina Tops-Alexander (AUS) also impoving her overall points score to sit in third on 197 points overall.

The beautiful VIP lodge was packed with international guests keen to enjoy top sport in the stunning ‘City of Light’. French society was out in force and mingling with guests including Bruce Springsteen, Salma Hayek and her husband luxury tycoon Francois Pinault and business leaders from across the world. It was a glittering night with gourmet cuisine and a luxury interior courtesy of Bentley and Fendi.

It was a first round of all weathers as the 47 world class riders took to the sand arena for the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Paris. Kicking off in brilliant sunshine, the early riders took their chance to earn a place in round two, with Uliano Vezzani’s course a true test for the top combinations in the world. Many of the fences were set at the maximum 1 meter 60 testing the horses’ power and agility, watch below to find out how it unfolded.

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Source: LGCT website

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