Final Rolex Preps: A Social Media Roundup

The First Horse Inspection at Rolex is just days away, and competitors have been putting the finishing touches on their training this week. While some are squeezing in a few final lessons, others are heading to local shows for a last run through the four-star test.

Colleen Rutledge is first down the centerline on Thursday with Shiraz. They’re looking to make a good first impression!

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Photographer Allie Conrad practiced filming with a drone during one of Rolex rookie Lizzie Snow’s final gallops with Coal Creek. Check out the video here!

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Click here to watch Rolex rookies Angela Grzywinski and Novelle schooling.
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Phillip has three horses entered this year: Mighty Nice, Fernhill Cubalawn and Fernhill Fugitive. Click here to read his latest blog, “Counting Down to Rolex.”
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Some horses have arrived at the Kentucky Horse Park already. Others will wait until Monday to hit the road. We’re looking forward to seeing the best horses and the best fans in the country in Kentucky less than one week from today! Go Rolex! Go Eventing!