Birthdate: 2/17/58

Location: The Plains, Va.

Farm: O’Connor Event Team

411: Karen began competing internationally in 1979, when she was just 21 years old. In 1993 she married fellow equestrian, David O’Connor, and the two went on to create an eventing dynasty, once even standing on the Olympic podium together. Karen is a top international rider, and the top female event rider in the US.

Top Horses
Theodore O’Connor
Biko
The Optimist
Mandiba
Bally Mar

Accomplishments
USEF Equestrian of the Year 2007
William C. Steinkraus Trophy 2007
1st Fair Hill CCI*** 1989, 2003
1st Rolex CCI**** 1999
Team Silver Atlanta Olympic Games 1996