The sky was free of clouds and the sun was shining at Skellefteå 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.
Canzoni Stonate was looking particularly good and could easily take the lead.
Canzoni Stonate was in fine shape and held the lead. Madame Anais started to galop after 500 m and was nearly disqualified.