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.
Sebring Patriot took the lead after a very quick start. Svend Dyhrberg wanted a little to much in the start and Old
Energy galoped for 40 m.
Sneaking Jewel saw it's chance when the leader lost tempo and took the lead.