For Italy: Lorenzo de Luca with Armitages Boy. Photo (c) Jenny Abrahamsson.
Following a strong start to the 2017 FEI Nations Cup season, Italy has taken over the lead in Europe Division 1 after the 5th leg in Rotterdam. Sweden has jumped up to rank two, pushing former leaders France down to third.
Each team in Europe Division 1 may earn points at six events, and the best four results count for standings.
The full standings after five legs looks as follows:
1. Italy - 345 points
2. Sweden - 307.5 points
3. France - 302.5 points
4. Germany - 285 points
5. Switzerland - 250 points
5. Spain - 250 points
7. Ireland - 210 points
8. Netherlands - 190 points
Seven Division 1 teams will qualify for the 2017 FEI Nations Cup Final in Barcelona in October.
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