Swedish Chef d’Equipe Henrik Ankarcrona emphasized that success in Aachen requires more than just talent in the saddle. "These are riders with very strong teams behind them," Ankarcrona stated. "We have a tradition of fantastic horse owners in Sweden who are deeply passionate about championships. They, along with the grooms, are a crucial part of this journey."

The Swedish hopefuls will refine their form at premier Nations Cup events, including CSIO5 Rome*, CSIO5 La Baule*, and their home turf at CSIO5 Falsterbo*.

The Swedish Shortlist:

Rider Primary Horses Groom
Henrik von Eckermann Steely Dan, Qasirah van de Reistenhoek, Minute Man Louise Barraud
Peder Fredricson Alcapone des Carmille, SV Vroom de la Pomme Z Julia Ring
Wilma Hellström Cicci BJN, Eleven Madelen Isaksson
Petronella Andersson Opaline de W&S Bernadett Radnai
Amanda Landeblad For Killy, Springfield 21 Josefine Carlsson
Angelie von Essen Voila DK Z Jasmine Price
Thomas Ryan Jezebeau BC Brianna Donlon