Prix St. Georges—Molly O'Brien and Fortunato H2O—Day 1
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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.
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