Team Netherlands currently has the lead position following the first half of the Team Grand Prix held Monday as part of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Lexington, Kentucky, USA. Imke Schellekens-Bartels and Hans Peter Minderhoud rode for the Netherlands and received a combined score of 145.702.

Germany is currently in second with 140.340, and Great Britain is in third with 138.341. FULL RESULTS at www.alltechfeigames.com/results Audio interviews are available for free download via the link below:Imke Schellekens-Bartels (NED) – Current individual leaderhttp://www.lloydbell.co.uk/access/client_zone/Imke%20Schellekens-Bartels%20-%20Dressage%20leader%2027-9.mp3 Hans Peter Minderhoud (NED) – Currently in third place individuallyhttp://www.lloydbell.co.uk/access/client_zone/Hans%20Petter%20Minderhoud%20-%20NED%20dres%2027-9.mp3 Fiona Bigwood (GB) – Currently in fourth place individuallyhttp://www.lloydbell.co.uk/access/client_zone/Fiona%20Bigwood%20-%20react%20Dressage%2027-9.mp3 Further news and details are at www.alltechfeigames.com and www.fei.org.Founded by Dr. Pearse Lyons, Alltech is a global animal health and nutrition company with 30 years’ experience in developing natural products that are scientifically proven to enhance animal health and performance. With more than 2300 employees in 120 countries, the company has developed a strong regional presence in Europe, North America, Latin America, the Middle-East, Africa and Asia.  For further information, visit www.alltech.com.Photo Caption: Hans Peter Minderhoud riding Exquis Nadine helped give the Netherlands an early lead in the Dressage World Championships presented by Alltech at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Credit: Dirk Caremans