Ingvar Fredricson

The Professor Ingvar Fredricson Foundation honors the extraordinary impact that Professor and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Ingvar “Fredric” Fredricson has had on the development of the horse and modern equestrian sport. For more than eight decades, he has remained unwavering in his passion, continually seeking ways to advance equine health, soundness, longevity, and performance, and to move the sport forward. He inspires through his character, horsemanship, and lifelong dedication to horses and equestrian excellence.

His seminal research on equine biomechanics has had global influence, leading to the development of ergonomic racetracks that improved performance while reducing strain on horses. Ingvar’s most recent initiative, the Brösarp Project, examined how raising young horses in large fields with varied terrain affects their long‑term durability—yielding highly encouraging results.

Ingvar is a visionary with an endless supply of ideas. He imagines a center for equine athletes comparable to those available to human athletes, bringing together experts from across the equestrian world—veterinarians, farriers, grooms, osteopaths, trainers, and others—working collectively to support the well‑being and performance of horses.

The foundation will enable Ingvar to continue driving progress by raising awareness, sharing knowledge, and supporting individuals and initiatives that, like him, contribute meaningfully to the welfare of horses and the advancement of equestrian sport.