Buck Davidson and Petite Flower
Buck Davidson and Petite Flower put in a very fluid, relaxed test to move into equal second place with Lynn Symansky and Donner on a 48.2. This little Thoroughbred mare moved up to Advanced at Millbrook and certainly has the movement to hold her own in a very competitive CIC3* group this weekend. Buck took over the ride from Caroline Martin after Bromont, and they’re in good position to have a very strong showing here at Richland. Kim Severson and Fernhill Fearless had a lovely test with just a bit of tension toward the end to score 51.1 to move into fifth place. Sparky got a little fussy in the canter work and had a bit of a moose moment after the second flying change, but this was a very nice performance overall. It’s great to see Kim back riding at the Advanced level, and this horse has a very bright future ahead.
Kim Severson and Fernhill Fearless
Julie Norman and Consensus really stepped up their game in this test, scoring 52.2 to sit in seventh place. Consensus is such a jaw-dropping mover, and this was a very good performance from this pair. Lillian Heard and Share Option looked great as they continue their comeback this year after an injury. He really anticipated the canter transition at C, but Lillian held him together and made him wait. They scored 52.2 to sit in seventh place. Sharon White and Wundermaske’s test started out nicely and unraveled toward the end when Patch seemed to get a bit up during the canter work. He lost the counter canter just before the second change, which threw Sharon off her rhythm, and she cantered right past A instead of turning down centerline for the salute. They’re headed straight to Blenheim after their final prep run this weekend.
Julie Norman and Consensus
Jimmie Schramm and Bellamy had a lovely test with just a small bobble toward the end when the horse snuck in a tiny trot step during the transition from the extended canter down to the collected canter. They scored 56.3 to tie for 11th with Eliza Farren and Bantry Bays Dublin. Kate Chadderton and Collection Pass put in a workmanlike test that was marred by a bit of tension. Cole tries so hard, and he’s a lot of fun to watch on cross country. Go OTTBs! There’s one more group to go before the lunch break. Clouds have rolled in here in Michigan, but mercifully it’s not raining … yet. Stay tuned for much more from Richland!
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