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.
Many drivers had set there mind on a front position this day. Fastest of them all were Salami. Rumbling Factory ended up behind the leader. Sonofmellwood Opal got caught on the outside and were forced to take place as first in lane two. driver couldn't keep Quitter Ten Superior to trotting so they were disqualified.
Aegnor quickly put pressure on the leader and could take the lead after 500m.
Rudolf took the lead after 1000m. Rolling Cupcake didn't have a good time being caught on the outside.