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<h2>What you'll see in the guide:</h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Who wins? </strong>Predictions for tonight's big class</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Big names &amp; top-ranked riders </strong>at the Gothenburg Horse Show this year</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Medal-winning horses </strong>who first honed their skills at GHS</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>What's the <strong>competition format</strong> (rule summary)?</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>The <strong>last 10 winners </strong>of this class</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>EquiRatings' picks for the t<strong>hree competitors to watch tonight</strong></li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>The<strong> statistics for every single competitor </strong>(in their starting order)</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><em>Thursday:</em> Prize of AJ Produkter</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><em>Friday:</em> Prize of Mips (1.50 m speed class)</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><em>Saturday:</em> Gothenburg Trophy presented by Volvo Cars | TODAY!</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><em>Sunday:</em> LONGINES FEI JUMPING World Cup&trade;&nbsp;presented by Guldfynd</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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Fan guide for Saturday's Gothenburg Trophy

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<p>The Gothenburg Trophy presented by Volvo Cars has a history of producing world-class winners, and in 2024, it was <strong>Willem Greve &amp; Highway TN N.O.P.</strong> who claimed victory with a win margin of just 0.43 seconds. Now, they return to defend their title against a stacked field.</p>
<p>With an Elo rating of 747 at the time of last year&rsquo;s win, Highway TN N.O.P. proved their class by defeating a world-class field. But no pair has won back-to-back Gothenburg Trophy titles in recent years, making the challenge even tougher.</p>
<p>Past winners have often needed an Elo rating above 690 to secure victory, with champions like Daniel Deusser (Calisto Blue), Henrik von Eckermann (H&amp;M All In), and Ludger Beerbaum (Chaman) all reaching this benchmark.</p>
<p>With top contenders like <strong>Maikel van der Vleuten &amp; Beauville Z N.O.P. </strong>(Elo 794) and<strong> Max K&uuml;hner &amp; Elektric Blue P </strong>(Elo 772) leading the predictions, Greve will need another exceptional performance to retain the title.</p>
<p>Can Highway TN N.O.P. make history and go back-to-back, or will a new champion emerge in 2025? We&rsquo;re set for a thrilling showdown in Gothenburg!</p>

Saturday in Gothenburg: Can Willem Greve & Highway TN N.O.P. Go Back-to-Back?

<p>The Gothenburg Trophy presented by Volvo Cars is one of the most prestigious classes of the Gothenburg Horse Show, bringing together elite riders and horses for a high-stakes battle over CSI5 1.55m* fences.</p>
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<h1><br>The Favourites</h1>
<h3>Maikel van der Vleuten &amp; Beauville Z N.O.P.</h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Elo Rating</strong>: 794 (5th highest Elo ever recorded)</li>
<li><strong>Predicted Clear Chance</strong>: 65%</li>
</ul>
<p>Van der Vleuten and Beauville Z N.O.P. enter this class as the favorites and boast one of the highest Elo ratings in history. Over the past 12 months, they have maintained an exceptional 65% clear rate at this level, a statistic that only a handful of horses worldwide can match. Their consistency and proven ability to jump clear make them the top contenders for the title.</p>
<h3>Max K&uuml;hner &amp; Elektric Blue P</h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Elo Rating</strong>: 772</li>
<li><strong>Predicted Clear Chance</strong>: 57%</li>
</ul>
<p>K&uuml;hner and Elektric Blue P return to five-star competition for the first time in 2025, but their record speaks for itself. In 2024, they maintained one of the strongest 160cm clear rates, heading into the Paris Olympic Games on a flawless 12/12 record. Their experience at this level makes them a serious threat, even in such a competitive field.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h1>The Hometown Heroes</h1>
<h3>Henrik von Eckermann &amp; Iliana</h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Elo Rating</strong>: 718</li>
<li><strong>Predicted Clear Chance</strong>: 48%</li>
</ul>
<p>As Sweden&rsquo;s World No. 1 rider, Henrik von Eckermann carries the hopes of the home crowd aboard Iliana. They come into this class in strong form, having won the Grand Prix of Basel last month, and back in October, they claimed two CSI5 155 class wins in Rabat*. Their ability to deliver under pressure makes them one of the home nation&rsquo;s best chances for victory.</p>
<h3>Peder Fredricson &amp; Alcapone des Carmille</h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Elo Rating</strong>: 714</li>
<li><strong>Predicted Clear Chance</strong>: 47%</li>
</ul>
<p>Peder Fredricson is no stranger to success in this class, having won the Gothenburg Trophy in 2015 with H&amp;M All In when the horse was just nine years old. He now rides Alcapone des Carmille, a horse that finished second behind Willem Greve &amp; Highway in this very class last year. Having come so close in 2024, they will be highly motivated to go one better this time.</p>
<h3>Petronella Andersson &amp; Olympke van &lsquo;t Merelsnest</h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Elo Rating</strong>: 627</li>
<li><strong>Predicted Clear Chance</strong>: 26%</li>
</ul>
<p>Andersson and Olympke van &lsquo;t Merelsnest enter this class riding the momentum of a win in Friday&rsquo;s CSI5 150 Prize of Mips*. While this will be Olympke&rsquo;s first competition at 155cm, her strong form from the previous day suggests she is up to the challenge. The Swedish crowd will be behind her as she aims to make her mark at this level.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h1>The Challengers</h1>
<h3>Harrie Smolders &amp; Mr. Tac</h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Elo Rating</strong>: 680</li>
<li><strong>Predicted Clear Chance</strong>: 40%</li>
</ul>
<p>Mr. Tac is no stranger to success in Gothenburg, having won this class in 2023 with Victor Bettendorf in the saddle. Now partnered with Harrie Smolders, the horse has continued to thrive, with a CSI4 155 Grand Prix win in Maastricht last November* and a runner-up finish in the CSI5 155 Grand Prix of Mechelen*. Smolders is a master tactician, and with a horse that knows how to win here, they are a combination to watch.</p>
<h3>Mario Stevens &amp; Carrie 22</h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Elo Rating</strong>: 707</li>
<li><strong>Predicted Clear Chance</strong>: 38%</li>
</ul>
<p>Mario Stevens and Carrie 22 bring one of the highest clear rates in the field, having jumped 9 rounds at 155+ level in the last year, with 5 of those being clear rounds (56%). In October, they claimed victory in the CSI5 155 Grand Prix of Oslo*, and they have already shown good form this week, having jumped clear in Thursday&rsquo;s 150 jump-off class here in Gothenburg. They could be a serious podium threat.</p>
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<h1>What to Expect</h1>
<p>With past winners like Highway Tn N.O.P., Calisto Blue, and H&amp;M All In, the Gothenburg Trophy demands top-class performances from both horse and rider. The likely winning Elo rating will be 690+, putting the top-ranked combinations in a strong position.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Sweden has claimed four Gothenburg Trophy wins since 2015, and with von Eckermann, Fredricson, and Andersson leading the charge, there is a strong chance that a home rider could take the title once again. However, with Van der Vleuten, K&uuml;hner, and Smolders bringing elite horses and top form, it will be a battle to the very last fence.</p>
<p>With an electric crowd, world-class talent, and a prestigious title on the line, the 2025 Gothenburg Trophy is set to be an unforgettable night of show jumping.</p>
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Saturday in Gothenburg: Who Will Take the Crown in the 2025 Gothenburg Trophy?

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<p>The Dutch riders are the ones to beat in tonight&rsquo;s CSI5* 1.50m Prize of Mips, with Maikel van der Vleuten &amp; Elwikke and Harrie Smolders &amp; Monaco entering as joint favorites with a 9% win chance. Van der Vleuten is already in form after a podium finish in Thursday&rsquo;s 145 speed class, while Smolders and Monaco bring experience and a 49% clear rate at this level.</p>
<p>But Sweden is ready to fight back in front of the home crowd! Peder Fredricson &amp; Catch Me Not S (7% win chance) and Henrik von Eckermann &amp; Toveks Azaria Dinero (6%) lead the Swedish charge, while Jens Fredricson &amp; Diarado&rsquo;s Rose Elith will also be looking to deliver. Two of the last three winners of this class have been Swedish&mdash;can they do it again?</p>
<p>Dutch dominance or Swedish success? Game on in Gothenburg!&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>

Friday in Gothenburg: Dutch Favourites in Tonight's Prize of Mips

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<p>Last year, Petronella Andersson and Odina Van Klapscheut claimed victory by the narrowest of margins, winning by just 0.09 seconds. In 2020, Douglas Lindel&ouml;w and Casquo Blue put Sweden on top once again. Both wins showcased the ability of Swedish riders to handle the pressure and deliver under the Scandinavium lights.</p>
<p>Tonight, the likes of Peder Fredricson, Henrik von Eckermann, and Jens Fredricson will lead the charge for Sweden, but they face stiff competition from international stars like Maikel van der Vleuten, Max K&uuml;hner, and Martin Fuchs, all entering with strong form.</p>
<p>Will the blue and yellow fly high once again, or will an international challenger break Sweden&rsquo;s winning run? One thing is for sure&mdash;speed and precision will be key in this thrilling contest.</p>

Friday in Gothenburg - Can the Swedish Success Continue?

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<h2>What you'll see in the guide:</h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Who wins? </strong>Predictions for tonight's big class</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Big names &amp; top-ranked riders </strong>at the Gothenburg Horse Show this year</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Medal-winning horses </strong>who first honed their skills at GHS</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>What's the <strong>competition format</strong> (rule summary)?</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>The <strong>last 10 winners </strong>of this class</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>The<strong> statistics for every single competitor </strong>(in their starting order)</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<hr>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><em>Thursday:</em> Prize of AJ Produkter</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><em>Friday:</em> Prize of Mips (1.50 m speed class) | TODAY!</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><em>Saturday:</em> Gothenburg Trophy presented by Volvo Cars</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><em>Sunday:</em> LONGINES FEI JUMPING World Cup&trade;&nbsp;presented by Guldfynd</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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Fan guide for Friday evening's Prize of Mips

<p>Sweden has a strong tradition of success in this class, with two of the last three winners coming from the host nation. This year, the local crowd will have plenty of reasons to cheer.</p>
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<h1>&nbsp;</h1>
<h1>The Hometown Heroes</h1>
<h3>Peder Fredricson &amp; Catch Me Not S</h3>
<p>A Swedish legend, Peder Fredricson enters with the highest-rated Swedish horse of the weekend, Catch Me Not S, boasting an Elo of 742. While his main focus may be Sunday&rsquo;s World Cup qualifier&mdash;where he needs a strong podium finish to secure a World Cup Final spot&mdash;he will no doubt be looking for a confidence-boosting result in front of the home fans.</p>
<h3>Henrik von Eckermann &amp; Toveks Azaria Dinero</h3>
<p>Henrik von Eckermann, the reigning World No.1, will also take center stage. Toveks Azaria Dinero is a relatively new horse for Henrik, having only taken over the ride from his student Evelina Tovek in November. However, they have already shown their competitiveness, securing two Top 8 finishes in 150 and 155 classes in La Coru&ntilde;a, as well as a strong 4th place in a 160 class in Geneva. The home crowd will be behind them as they look to continue their upward trajectory.</p>
<h3>Jens Fredricson &amp; Diarado&rsquo;s Rose Elith</h3>
<p>Another Swedish favorite, Jens Fredricson, enters with a 5% win chance, keeping him in the conversation among the top contenders. They showed solid form in Thursday&rsquo;s 150 jump-off class, incurring just 4 faults, and will be aiming to build on that performance.</p>
<h1><br>The International Challengers</h1>
<p><em>A handful of international stars will be looking to spoil the Swedish party.</em></p>
<h3>Maikel van der Vleuten &amp; Elwikke</h3>
<p>Coming in as one of the top favorites with a 9% win chance, Maikel van der Vleuten and Elwikke have already made their mark in Gothenburg. They finished third in the 145 speed class on Thursday and have proven themselves highly competitive at this level, with podium finishes in both 145 and 150 classes in Madrid last year. A serious contender for victory.</p>
<h3>Max K&uuml;hner &amp; EIC Up Too Jacco Blue</h3>
<p>Also entering with a 9% win chance, Max K&uuml;hner brings a consistent and highly competitive mount in EIC Up Too Jacco Blue. Expect them to be near the top of the leaderboard if they find their rhythm.</p>
<h3>Martin Fuchs &amp; L&amp;L Lorde</h3>
<p>The Swiss superstar Martin Fuchs brings an exciting up-and-coming horse in L&amp;L Lorde. In the past 12 months, this pair has a perfect record in 5* 150 classes, with 5 clears from 5 rounds. They also finished 7th in yesterday&rsquo;s 145 speed class, showing they are in strong form heading into Friday&rsquo;s showdown.</p>
<h1><br>Building on Yesterday&rsquo;s Success</h1>
<p><em>A handful of riders will be carrying momentum into this class after strong performances in Thursday&rsquo;s 150 jump-off.</em></p>
<p><strong>Wilma Hellstr&ouml;m and Mr Vain</strong> delivered a solid performance in Thursday&rsquo;s 150 jump-off, finishing seventh with a confident double-clear round. Though still gaining experience at this level, their form suggests they are steadily improving.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Marco Kutscher and Catelly</strong> also impressed yesterday, securing eighth place with another double-clear effort. This result reinforces their already strong record, having now jumped clear in all three of their 150-level starts at CSI4* and CSI5* over the past year.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Meanwhile,<strong> Mario Stevens and Carrie 22</strong> continued their streak of consistency, adding yet another first-round 5* 150 clear to their name. With an outstanding 82% clear rate at this level, they head into tonight&rsquo;s class as one of the most reliable combinations in the field.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h1>Tuning Up for Sunday&rsquo;s World Cup</h1>
<p><em>Some of the biggest names in the sport will be using this class as a key preparation round ahead of Sunday&rsquo;s World Cup qualifier.</em></p>
<h3>Harrie Smolders &amp; Monaco</h3>
<p>With a 9% win chance, Harrie Smolders enters as one of the favorites, but he may take this as an opportunity to fine-tune Monaco for Sunday&rsquo;s major test.</p>
<h3>Denis Lynch &amp; Vistogrand</h3>
<p>A proven performer at 5* 150 level, Vistogrand has jumped clear in 10 of 13 rounds at this height over the past year. Denis is looking for valuable World Cup points in Gothenburg, needing a Top 9 finish on Sunday to stay in contention for a Finals spot in Basel.</p>
<h1><br>Who Will Reign in Gothenburg?</h1>
<p>With past winners of this class showcasing a mix of international stars and home favorites, history suggests a tightly contested battle. Can Sweden claim another victory in front of their home crowd, or will one of the traveling challengers steal the show? One thing is certain&mdash;Friday night will be fast, furious, and full of drama.</p>
<p><strong>Let the race for the Agria Prize begin!</strong></p>

Friday in Gothenburg: A Night of Thrills in the Agria Prize

<p>As one of the most electric venues in the sport, the Scandinavium is ready to host another thrilling edition of the Gothenburg Horse Show, and the stakes have never been higher. With the final leg of the Western European League before the FEI World Cup&trade; Final in Basel, the pressure is on for riders fighting for qualification.</p>
<h2>The Atmosphere</h2>
<p>Sam, who will be in Gothenburg this week, describes the venue as an amphitheater filled with passionate Swedish show jumping fans. It&rsquo;s a unique setting that adds to the drama and excitement.</p>
<h2>World Cup Qualification Battle</h2>
<p>Riders like Michael van der Vleuten, Steve Guerdat, and Richard Vogel are right on the edge of qualification. Some need a few extra points to secure their spots in Basel, while others are hanging by a thread. The team debates who is safe, who is vulnerable, and who needs a career-defining performance.</p>
<h2>The Fairy Tale Story</h2>
<p>If there&rsquo;s one storyline everyone will be watching, it&rsquo;s Peder Fredricson and Catch Me Not S. At 19 years old, this veteran horse is aiming for one last magical moment in front of the home crowd. But can they do the impossible and win the World Cup qualifier to secure a Basel spot?</p>
<h2>The Big Names in Action</h2>
<p>Expect to see some of the sport&rsquo;s best horses in Gothenburg, including Beauville, Dynamix de Belhem, Monaco, and Electric Blue P. With riders like Max K&uuml;hner, Harry Smolders, and Kim Emmen all bringing top horsepower, the level of competition will be elite.</p>
<h2>Podium Predictions</h2>
<p>The team gives their picks for the podium on Sunday. Will it be a home win? Will a Swiss rider rise to the occasion to secure a spot in Basel? Or will an outsider spoil the party?</p>
<p>With four 5-star events happening this weekend across Gothenburg, Doha, Wellington, and Sharjah, the EquiRatings team will have all the updates across social media and in our WhatsApp channel.</p>
<p>🎧 Listen now to the full episode on the EquiRatings Jumping Podcast and get ready for an unmissable weekend of show jumping!</p>
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EquiRatings Jumping Podcast: Who Wins in Gothenburg?

<p>Can Henrik von Eckermann &amp; Iliana reclaim the title in Gothenburg?</p>
<p>The 2023 winners are back as favorites in tonight&rsquo;s CSI5 1.50m class*, but last year&rsquo;s champion, Kevin Staut, proved that this class is always unpredictable. With six top contenders close behind, the battle is wide open.</p>
<p>With elite riders, world-class horses, and razor-thin margins, this could be another jump-off thriller.</p>
<p>Who do you think will take the win?</p>
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Thursday in Gothenburg: Can Henrik von Eckermann & Iliana Reclaim their Title?

Gothenburg Horse Show