Ron was several inches taller than him, but his enhanced reach was balanced by his evident lack of skill. Unlike Draco, his wealthy parents" only son, it was doubtful that an impoverished duke's sixth heir had received personal training from Hogwarts" foremost swordsmasters; his movements were inspired but clumsily executed, and it was not long before Draco forced him onto the defensive. This position could not be sustained for long. Dodging Ron's feint, Draco lashed out with a powerful kick, exploiting his lower height to target Ron's knee; it gave way, and he stumbled. Another kick forced him to the ground.