In a much more disputed match than the score suggests, and an amazing atmosphere created by a production worthy of the superbowl, the Riders Europe team won a third Riders Masters Cup in as many editions. What a show!

An introductory speech by former Olympic champion, the legendary Pierre Durand, patron of the Riders Masters Cup, astonishing introduction of the teams, hymn sung by an impressive tenor for the USA and played to the guitar in Jimmy Hendrix style for Europe, a wild crowd – the stage was set for a great event … and the sport delivered.

The Riders Europe team dominated the first half with four wins, but the Riders USA team were still in the running with a slight chance thanks to Jessica Springsteen’s win over the youngest of Riders Europe team Harry Charles. At half-time, the score was 45 – 30.

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