The world record horse Wise Guy leaves Per Nordström: “Went yesterday evening”
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Published 2025-11-20 11.49
Daniel Redén Breaks Swedish Trotting Record, Despite Wise Guy’s Disappointing Finish
Despite a disappointing gallop in the Swedish Trotting Criterium, trainer Daniel Redén achieved a historic milestone on October 11th, surpassing Åke Svanstedt’s 13-year-old record for earnings as a trainer in a single year. Redén’s earnings exceeded SEK 50 million, a testament to his success in the swedish trotting world.
Wise Guy’s Criterium Run
Wise Guy, considered a strong contender for the Swedish Trotting Criterium at Solvalla, unluckily did not finish the race successfully, experiencing a gallop during the final stretch. https://www.atg.se/nyheter/trav/wise-guy-galoppade-bort-chansen-i-kriteriet Despite this setback, the horse boasts an remarkable record of nine wins in 15 starts and has earned SEK 3.8 million in prize money.
Redén’s Record-Breaking Year
Daniel Redén’s achievement of exceeding SEK 50 million in earnings as a trainer in a single year breaks the previous record of SEK 48 million, held by Åke Svanstedt as 2012. https://www.travsport.se/nyheter/20241012/daniel-reden-slar-ake-svansteds-rekord This accomplishment highlights Redén’s consistent success and strategic training methods within the competitive Swedish trotting circuit. The Swedish Trotting and Breeding Association (STAB) recognizes Redén’s achievement as a notable moment in the sport. https://www.svensktravsport.se/
Key Takeaways
* Record Broken: Daniel Redén surpassed Åke Svanstedt’s 13-year-old record for trainer earnings in a year, reaching over SEK 50 million.
* Wise Guy’s Performance: Despite being a favorite, Wise Guy experienced a gallop in the Swedish Trotting Criterium.
* Continued Success: Wise Guy remains a accomplished horse with nine wins and SEK 3.8 million in earnings.
* Competitive Landscape: The Swedish trotting scene is highly competitive, with trainers constantly striving for success.
Looking Ahead
Daniel Redén’s record-breaking year solidifies his position as a leading trainer in Sweden. While Wise Guy’s Criterium run was not as hoped, the horse’s overall record demonstrates its potential. The future looks radiant for redén and his stable as they continue to compete at the highest levels of Swedish trotting.
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