Olympic medalist Sven Rothenberger coaches Molly O'Brien and impeccable stallion Fortunato H2O. Sven focuses on the overall impression. Molly must keep Fortunato engaged, active, and out from behind the vertical. Hind legs drive from behind, pushing the front legs forward. With more activity, Fortunato shows power and looks willing through the movements. Finessing Molly's aids helps keep him forward in transitions. Sven stresses straightness and filling the right contact to support where the horse is tilted, rather than pulling to the left. The pair strive to be active, supple, straight, and positive as they reach for Prix St Georges.
Up Next in 2024 Adequan®/USDF FEI-Level Trainers Conference
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Molly O'Brien and Fortunato H2O—Day 2
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Molly O'Brien and Fortunato H2O—Day 1
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Marjolein Geven and Sir Frederico—Day 2
On Day 2, Sabine Schut-Kery works with Marjolein Geven and her horse Sir Frederico. The horse looks lighter in the tempis and stays in front of the leg. Marjolein can make better corrections as the horse is more through so her aids become clear. Sabine uses collection and forward movement to keep...
