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.
Verso Perfezione took the lead after a very quick start. Kevin Porshage wanted a little to much in the start and Carlsbad Gap galoped for 20 m.
Frosty Fabric quickly put pressure on the leader and could take the lead after 500m.
Frosty Fabric was in great shape so far and looked happy in the lead.
Nothing seemed to be able to stop Frosty Fabric today. It continued in the lead.
Piff On Fire put some pressure on the leader and could take over.
Piff On Fire were still in the lead when they started the sprint for the finish-line.