The sky was free of clouds and the sun was shining at Årjäng this day.
One after another the horses came out on the track for the obigatory parade. After some warmup the horses lined up behind the car as it began to move down the track.
Luxe Réjouir could eventually take the lead after a very dramatic start.
Funky Lemonade saw it's chance when the leader lost tempo and took the lead.
Holy Muddy Molly sprinted past the competitors and took over the lead.