Samantha Lissington capitalized on her dressage lead at the Agria Blenheim Palace Horse Trials by delivering a flawless showjumping round aboard Quantas R in the GFS Saddles eight- and nine-year-old CCI4*-S class. Despite a tight time allowed and challenging conditions, only 25% of the 86 competitors jumped clear, highlighting the difficulty of the course. Gemma Stevens, second after dressage with Cooley Park Muze, also impressed with a fault-free round, maintaining close contention. Other top riders like Sarah Bullimore and Fiona Kashel retained their positions with clear or near-clear rounds.

The showjumping phase was held in a temporary ring due to the concurrent European Championships, drawing large crowds and a vibrant atmosphere. Both Lissington and Stevens adjusted their riding strategies to balance speed and precision under pressure. The cross-country phase is set to begin the following day, with the top 16 riders running in reverse order, promising an exciting conclusion to the competition.