article_snippet.sent: In previous years, trophies have been handed out by flying showgirls descending from the rafters.
article_snippet.sent: Since the World Cup Finals are among the most prestigious titles available, the cast list over the next four days features almost all of the world's top names.
article_snippet.sent: In showjumping, Germany's Daniel Deusser is both the defending World Cup champion and the new world No. 1, unseating Britain's Scott Brash.
article_snippet.sent: The Germans are the most successful nation at the World Cup Finals, with 10 showjumping victories, and three-time champion Marcus Ehning will also compete.
article_snippet.sent: The partnership is the first ever to hold the World Cup alongside Olympic, world and European gold.
highlights_snippet.sent: Final trophies to be won -- some of the most prestigious in the sport .