Nina Hofmann Küppers
30 October 2025
Over the years, I’ve had the honour of representing Sweden on the national team – from pony level all the way up to senior. I competed in the World Cup Final already in 2011 and was a candidate for the 2012 Olympics. It’s easy to list competitive successes, but my true personal achievement is getting to work with the animals I love – and to educate them from young horses all the way to Grand Prix. That journey is absolutely indescribable. A particularly emotional moment was being there when my mare Shorena gave birth to her second foal, San Rebell, right here on our farm.
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What motivates you?
We work with living beings who challenge us every single day to become the best version of ourselves.
Each horse is unique, and you constantly have to adapt to the individual in front of you.
You’re never fully trained – there’s always something new to learn, and so much inspiration to draw from other disciplines to keep improving and fine-tuning your skills.
SPORT
Dressage
How do you prepare for competition?
By being well prepared. When I head out to compete, I want to feel confident that the horse is ready for the task. Of course, things can always happen, but I want the horse to feel secure in its job – that way, it’s easier to handle any distractions that may come our way.