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.
Nessla Arise could eventually take the lead after a very dramatic start.
The leader couldn't hold the lead and Rancho Cucamonga sprinted to the front.
Kingen On Fire sprinted past the competitors and took over the lead.
Philimon looked to be in good shape this day and took the lead after 1500m.
Protection Angel suddenly found some strength when the driver removed the earpads and sprinted to the lead.