Maikel van der Vleuten and Beauville Z N.O.P. are the favorites for the 2025 Gothenburg Trophy, boasting one of the highest Elo ratings in history and a 65% clear rate at this level. Max Kühner and Elektric Blue P, with an Elo rating of 772, also pose a serious threat with their strong record at 160cm competitions.
Henrik von Eckermann and Iliana, representing Sweden, come into the competition in strong form after recent wins, making them a top contender for the title. Peder Fredricson, riding Alcapone des Carmille, is another strong challenger, having finished second in the same class last year and aiming to go one better this time.
The Gothenburg Trophy demands top-class performances from both horse and rider, with a likely winning Elo rating of 690+. Sweden has a strong chance of claiming victory with riders like von Eckermann, Fredricson, and Petronella Andersson leading the charge, but competitors like Van der Vleuten, Kühner, and Harrie Smolders will make it a tough battle to the end.
